How far is Giltedge, MT from Denton, MT?

The driving distance from Giltedge, MT to Denton, MT is about 43.6 miles (70.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
43.53 mi
01h 05m
Flight
37.43 mi
60.23 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.43 mi
Kilometers
60.23 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
43.53 mi
Kilometers
70.06 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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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 01h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Denton
Thu, Apr 23, 4:41 AM MDT
Return by in Giltedge
Thu, Apr 23, 5:46 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Giltedge
2026-04-23T03:35
Arrive Denton
Thu, Apr 23, 4:41 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:20 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Giltedge
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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
Lewistown
MT

City in Montana, United States

From Giltedge
28.4 mi
00h 32m
To Denton
15.2 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
38°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
23 to 29 mph WNW
Destination
40°F
Thursday

Light Snow

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
35 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Giltedge and Denton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Giltedge and Denton.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    104 m · 18 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Gilt Edge Road

    2.8 mi · 11 min · Gilt Edge Road

  3. 3

    Turn right

    2914 ft · 2 min

  4. 4

    Continue on Stillman Road

    3.1 mi · 12 min · Stillman Road

  5. 5

    Turn straight

    11.8 mi · 14 min

  6. 6

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue North

    1629 ft · 31 sec · 1st Avenue North

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Kendall Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Kendall Road

  8. 8

    Continue on US Highway 191

    8.1 mi · 14 min · US Highway 191

  9. 9

    Turn left

    29.1 mi · 51 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Kierstead Street

    29 m · 4 sec · Kierstead Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Kierstead Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Giltedge and Denton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 191
8.11 mi · 19%
Stillman Road
3.1 mi · 7%
Gilt Edge Road
2.79 mi · 6%
Kendall Road
1.07 mi · 2%
1st Avenue North
0.31 mi · 1%
Kierstead Street
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

29.1 mi · 00h 51m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.2 mi
37.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lewistown
00h 32m from Giltedge
Leave By
4:20 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Likely leaving Giltedge and Light Snow near Denton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Giltedge to Denton?

The road trip is about 43.6 miles (70.1 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?

Lewistown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.4 miles from Giltedge and 15.2 miles from Denton.

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

The direct path is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:20 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.96 one way or $11.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Giltedge and Light Snow near Denton.

Stop Ideas Near Lewistown

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Lewistown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 9.9 mi away

Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center

Lewistown , MT
800 Casino Creek Dr, Lewistown, MT 59457
Rating 3.7/5 3 reviews Mental health service,Nursing home,Public health department
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 9.3 mi away

Lewistown City Water Clerk

Lewistown , MT
305 W Watson St, Lewistown, MT 59457
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Lewistown Civic Center
Nearby stop 9.4 mi away

Lewistown Civic Center

Lewistown , MT
309 5th Ave S, Lewistown, MT 59457
Rating 4.3/5 7 reviews Civic center,Archery range,Auditorium,Shooting range,Sports club,Volleyball court

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lewistown.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Giltedge and Denton. Straight-line distance: 37.43 mi (60.23 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Giltedge

Giltedge is a place in Montana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.1269200, -109.2021200
Altitude1377
CountryUnited States
Denton

#2 Denton

Town in Montana, United States

Population234
Coordinates47.3197000, -109.9474200
Altitude1097
CountryUnited States
Start: (-109.202066, 47.127576)
End: Kierstead Street (-109.947476, 47.319699)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 70 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.53 gal
5.81 L · about $5.96
Round trip
$11.91
3.06 gal · 11.62 L
Estimated CO2
13.6 kg one way
Round trip: 27.2 kg / 60 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $5.96 $11.91
Mid-grade $4.23 $6.47 $12.95
Premium $4.55 $6.96 $13.92
Diesel $5.41 $8.28 $16.56

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Giltedge and Denton. The current time is 03:35:58.

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.