How far is Conrad, MT from Billings, MT?

The driving distance from Conrad, MT to Billings, MT is about 281 miles (452.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 231.5 miles (372.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
281.07 mi
04h 49m
Flight
231.43 mi
372.45 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
231.43 mi
Kilometers
372.45 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
281.07 mi
Kilometers
452.34 km
Drive Time
04h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Billings
Wed, Apr 22, 10:45 PM MDT
Return by in Conrad
Thu, Apr 23, 3:34 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Conrad
2026-04-22T17:56
Arrive Billings
Wed, Apr 22, 10:45 PM MDT
Route Timing
04h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:22 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Conrad
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Hobson
MT

City in Judith Basin County, Montana, United States

From Conrad
139.7 mi
02h 24m
To Billings
141.4 mi
02h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Wednesday

Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 23 mph NW
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Conrad and Billings.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Conrad and Billings.

  1. 1

    Start on South Main Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right

    1527 ft · 38 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway

    57.1 mi · 54 min · First Special Service Force Memorial Highway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business

    1262 ft · 31 sec

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Central Avenue West

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue West

  6. 6

    Continue on First Avenue North Bridge

    1055 ft · 18 sec · First Avenue North Bridge

  7. 7

    Continue on 1st Avenue North

    1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue North

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 14th Street North

    1.3 km · 1 min · 14th Street North

  9. 9

    Turn left onto 10th Avenue South

    22.6 mi · 25 min · 10th Avenue South

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    68 m · 3 sec

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout

    1606 ft · 21 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight

    64.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min

  13. 13

    Turn right

    39.2 mi · 43 min

  14. 14

    Turn left

    45.1 mi · 51 min

  15. 15

    Turn right

    12.4 mi · 14 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    2.5 mi · 3 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    25.5 mi · 29 min

  18. 18

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    38 m · 2 sec

  19. 19

    Exit the roundabout

    3.1 mi · 4 min

  20. 20

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North 27th Street

    11 m · 1 sec · North 27th Street

  21. 21

    Exit the roundabout onto North 27th Street

    2.2 mi · 4 min · North 27th Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Montana Avenue

    933 ft · 34 sec · Montana Avenue

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Conrad and Billings.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
23 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
1 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
57.1 mi · 20%
10th Avenue South
54.1 mi · 19%
North 27th Street
2.2 mi · 1%
Central Avenue West
1.46 mi · 1%
1st Avenue North
1.25 mi
South Main Street
1.17 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn straight

64.3 mi · 01h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 49m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+49.5 mi
231.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hobson
02h 24m from Conrad
Leave By
7:22 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Likely leaving Conrad and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Billings.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Conrad to Billings?

The road trip is about 281 miles (452.3 km) and usually takes 04h 49m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Hobson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.7 miles from Conrad and 141.4 miles from Billings.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 231.5 miles (372.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.62 one way or $77.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Conrad and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Billings.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Conrad and Billings. Straight-line distance: 231.43 mi (372.45 km).

Conrad

#1 Conrad

Town in Montana, United States

Population2,412
Coordinates48.1702500, -111.9461300
Altitude1073
CountryUnited States
Billings

#2 Billings

The most populous city in Montana.

Population117,445
Coordinates45.7832900, -108.5006900
Altitude952
CountryUnited States
Start: South Main Street (-111.946107, 48.170258)
End: Montana Avenue (-108.500696, 45.783296)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 452 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.92 gal
37.54 L · about $38.62
Round trip
$77.24
19.84 gal · 75.08 L
Estimated CO2
88.2 kg one way
Round trip: 176.3 kg / 389 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $38.62 $77.24
Mid-grade $4.23 $41.97 $83.94
Premium $4.55 $45.13 $90.25
Diesel $5.41 $53.69 $107.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Montana · Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Conrad and Billings. The current time is 17:56:23.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.