How far is Browning, MT from Havre, MT?
Fastest route
To travel from Browning, Montana 59417 to Havre, Montana 59501, you can take the fastest route via U.S. Rte 2 E, which is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometers) long. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.
Directions
- 🛣️ Head south on N Piegan St toward Central Ave.
- 🚗 Follow U.S. Rte 2 E to 1st Ave in Havre.
- 🚦 Turn left onto Central Ave, which continues onto US-89 S/SE Boundary St/U.S. Rte 2 E.
- 🔄 Keep left to continue on U.S. Rte 2 E, passing by Pizza Hut on the right after 54.3 miles.
- 🍔 Turn right after Subway (on the right).
- ⬅️ Turn left onto Main St/U.S. Rte 2 E and continue following U.S. Rte 2 E.
- 🚙 Continue on 1st Ave and drive until you reach Montana Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Maintain a steady speed on the highway to ensure a smoother and more efficient journey.
- 🍔 Consider grabbing a quick bite to eat at one of the restaurants along the route to avoid traveling on an empty stomach.
- 🛣️ Be sure to check for traffic updates before you start your journey to plan the best time to depart.
- 📱 Keep your GPS or map app handy to stay on the right track throughout the drive.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip, especially if there are long stretches without gas stations.
- 🚙 Take short breaks during the drive to stretch your legs and prevent fatigue.
- 🌄 Enjoy the scenic beauty along U.S. Rte 2 E and capture some memorable photos during the trip.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in and the county seat of Liberty County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Browning and Havre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Browning and Havre.
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Start on North Piegan Street
108 m · 23 sec · North Piegan Street
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
801 ft · 29 sec · East Central Avenue
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Continue on Southeast Boundary Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · Southeast Boundary Street
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Turn straight
54.9 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Continue on 5th Avenue North
138 m · 17 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Roosevelt Highway
101.9 mi · 1 hr 54 min · Roosevelt Highway
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
1661 ft · 1 min · 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
128 m · 20 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto Montana Avenue
49 m · 7 sec · Montana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Browning and Havre.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Roosevelt Highway
Continue on Roosevelt Highway
102 mi · 01h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Snow Likely leaving Browning and Chance Rain And Snow near Havre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Browning to Havre?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km) and usually takes 02h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.5 miles from Browning and 80.7 miles from Havre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.2 miles (245 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.15 one way or $44.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Browning and Chance Rain And Snow near Havre.
Stop Ideas Near Chester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chester.
Shelby
Havre station
Cut Bank
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Browning and Havre. Straight-line distance: 152.25 mi (245.03 km).
#1 Browning
Town in Montana
| Population | 1,001 |
| Coordinates | 48.5569200, -113.0134200 |
| Altitude | 1334 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montana Avenue (-109.683848, 48.549988)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $22.15 | $44.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.07 | $48.15 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.88 | $51.77 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.79 | $61.59 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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