How far is Evergreen, MT from Columbus, MT?

The driving distance from Evergreen, MT to Columbus, MT is about 411.2 miles (661.7 km), with a travel time of about 07h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 296.9 miles (477.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
411.18 mi
07h 09m
Flight
296.87 mi
477.77 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
296.87 mi
Kilometers
477.77 km
Flight Time
00h 35m

Driving Distance

Road route
411.18 mi
Kilometers
661.73 km
Drive Time
07h 09m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 07h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Columbus
Thu, Apr 16, 4:49 AM MDT
Return by in Evergreen
Thu, Apr 16, 11:59 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Evergreen
2026-04-15T21:40
Arrive Columbus
Thu, Apr 16, 4:49 AM MDT
Route Timing
07h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
1:10 PM to 2:40 PM MDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
9:40 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Evergreen
8:00 PM MDT
Overnight-style route

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
Anaconda
MT

Town in Montana

From Evergreen
205.3 mi
03h 34m
To Columbus
205.9 mi
03h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
48°F
Wednesday

Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph SW
Destination
37°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 AM MDT
Wind
9 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Evergreen and Columbus.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen and Columbus.

  1. 1

    Start on La Salle Road

    8 m · 4 sec · La Salle Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Evergreen Drive

    1 mi · 3 min · East Evergreen Drive

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Helena Flats Road

    689 ft · 21 sec · Helena Flats Road

  4. 4

    Turn left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    14.7 mi · 17 min

  6. 6

    Turn left

    91.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min

  7. 7

    Turn left

    23.8 mi · 26 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto State Highway 141

    32.5 mi · 35 min · State Highway 141

  9. 9

    Turn sharp right

    12.9 mi · 14 min

  10. 10

    Turn left

    2539 ft · 43 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    802 ft · 14 sec

  12. 12

    Take the ramp straight

    1.4 km · 2 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    45 mi · 42 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    110.8 mi · 1 hr 51 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    6.9 mi · 6 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    68.4 mi · 1 hr 4 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward MT 78: Columbus

    1672 ft · 41 sec

  18. 18

    Turn right

    1.2 km · 1 min

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pike Avenue

    1039 ft · 35 sec · East Pike Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Pike Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Evergreen and Columbus.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
20 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 141
265 mi · 64%
Helena Flats Road
14.9 mi · 4%
East Evergreen Drive
1.02 mi
MT 78
0.32 mi
East Pike Avenue
0.2 mi
La Salle Road
0 mi
Longest Stretch

State Highway 141

Keep slight right

111 mi · 01h 51m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

Better with a longer stop

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

Drive Time
07h 09m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
14h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+114.3 mi
296.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Anaconda
03h 34m from Evergreen
Leave By
9:40 PM MDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms leaving Evergreen and Mostly Cloudy near Columbus.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Evergreen to Columbus?

The road trip is about 411.2 miles (661.7 km) and usually takes 07h 09m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Anaconda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 205.3 miles from Evergreen and 205.9 miles from Columbus.

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

The direct path is about 296.9 miles (477.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 114.3 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.49 one way or $112.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 129 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms around Evergreen and Mostly Cloudy near Columbus.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Evergreen and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 296.87 mi (477.77 km).

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#1 Evergreen

Evergreen is a place in Montana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates48.2257900, -114.2762400
Altitude891
CountryUnited States
Columbus

#2 Columbus

Town in Stillwater County, Montana, United States

Population2,117
Coordinates45.6366100, -109.2521100
Altitude1093
CountryUnited States
Start: Evergreen (-114.27624, 48.22579)
End: Columbus (-109.25211, 45.63661)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 662 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)13h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)10h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)08h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)06h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)05h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)05h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
14.51 gal
54.92 L · about $56.49
Round trip
$112.97
29.02 gal · 109.84 L
Estimated CO2
129 kg one way
Round trip: 257.9 kg / 569 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $56.49 $112.97
Mid-grade $4.23 $61.39 $122.78
Premium $4.55 $66.01 $132.01
Diesel $5.41 $78.53 $157.06

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Evergreen and Columbus. The current time is 21:40:04.

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.