How far is Glasgow, MT from Miles City, MT?

Fastest route

The route from Glasgow, Montana 59230 to Miles City, Montana 59301 is approximately 154 miles and takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes via MT-24 S. It involves following MT-42 S, MT-24 S, MT-200, Uall Rd, and MT-59 S.

Directions

  1. Head southwest on MT-42 S/State Hwy 24W toward 1st Ave S (0.1 mi).
  2. Turn left onto MT-42 S/1st Ave S and continue to follow MT-42 S (2.8 mi).
  3. Continue onto MT-24 S (73.2 mi).
  4. Turn right onto MT-200 (4.6 mi).
  5. Take Uall Rd to MT-59 S in Rosebud County (51 min, 38.2 mi):
    • Turn left (1.1 mi).
    • Turn right (2.8 mi).
    • Turn left (2.3 mi).
    • Slight right (1.5 mi).
    • Turn left onto Uall Rd (29.6 mi).
    • Continue onto Fas 462 Rd (0.9 mi).
  6. Follow MT-59 S to Main St in Miles City (35 min, 35.4 mi):
    • Turn left onto MT-59 S (34.9 mi).
    • Turn left onto Main St (0.4 mi).

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
  • โš ๏ธ Stay alert and follow traffic signs.
  • ๐Ÿš— Drive at a safe and comfortable speed.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use GPS or a navigation app for real-time directions.
  • ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Plan your meals and rest stops along the way.
  • ๐Ÿ“ž Keep emergency contact numbers handy.
  • ๐Ÿšง Check for road closures or construction updates before starting your journey.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
180.03 mi
03h 21m
Flight
129.09 mi
207.75 km direct

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

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
129.09 mi
Kilometers
207.75 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
180.03 mi
Kilometers
289.73 km
Drive Time
03h 21m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Miles City
Sat, Apr 18, 9:21 AM MDT
Return by in Glasgow
Sat, Apr 18, 12:43 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Glasgow
2026-04-18T05:59
Arrive Miles City
Sat, Apr 18, 9:21 AM MDT
Route Timing
03h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM MDT

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

Leave by
10:16 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Glasgow
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
Circle
MT

Town in Montana, United States

From Glasgow
110.7 mi
01h 40m
To Miles City
69.3 mi
01h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50ยฐF
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 mph NW
Destination
51ยฐF
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Glasgow and Miles City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow and Miles City.

  1. 1

    Start on 6th Street North

    12 m ยท 5 sec ยท 6th Street North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue North

    1.3 km ยท 59 sec ยท 1st Avenue North

  3. 3

    Continue on Highway 2 East

    30.1 mi ยท 34 min ยท Highway 2 East

  4. 4

    Continue on Lewis and Clark Trail

    18.1 mi ยท 21 min ยท Lewis and Clark Trail

  5. 5

    Turn right onto 4th Avenue North

    111 m ยท 6 sec ยท 4th Avenue North

  6. 6

    Continue on 3rd Avenue

    1003 ft ยท 23 sec ยท 3rd Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Anaconda Street

    963 ft ยท 22 sec ยท Anaconda Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto South 1st Avenue

    75 m ยท 6 sec ยท South 1st Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    5.5 mi ยท 8 min ยท East Main Street

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto State Highway 13

    46.7 mi ยท 1 hr 9 min ยท State Highway 13

  11. 11

    Turn left onto B Avenue

    46.3 mi ยท 51 min ยท B Avenue

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Towne Street

    1.5 mi ยท 2 min ยท West Towne Street

  13. 13

    Take the ramp straight

    569 ft ยท 14 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left

    68.9 mi ยท 1 hr 5 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right

    1047 ft ยท 26 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right

    1.5 mi ยท 2 min

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Drive East

    1.6 mi ยท 3 min ยท Valley Drive East

  18. 18

    Turn sharp left onto Main Street

    17 m ยท 1 sec ยท Main Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Glasgow and Miles City.

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
19 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Towne Street
70.7 mi ยท 39%
State Highway 13
46.7 mi ยท 26%
B Avenue
46.3 mi ยท 26%
Highway 2 East
30.1 mi ยท 17%
Lewis and Clark Trail
18.1 mi ยท 10%
East Main Street
5.5 mi ยท 3%
Longest Stretch

West Towne Street

Keep slight left

68.9 mi ยท 01h 05m

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
03h 21m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+50.9 mi
129.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Circle
01h 40m from Glasgow
Leave By
10:16 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Glasgow and Sunny near Miles City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Glasgow to Miles City?

The road trip is about 180 miles (289.7 km) and usually takes 03h 21m 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?

Circle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.7 miles from Glasgow and 69.3 miles from Miles City.

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

The direct path is about 129.1 miles (207.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:16 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.72 one way or $49.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Glasgow and Sunny near Miles City.

Stop Ideas Near Circle

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Circle, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Glendive, MT

73 mi away
1302 West Towne Street
RAIL

Wolf Point

75 mi away
320 Front Street
BUS

Sidney, MT

112 mi away
1201 West Holly Street
BUS

Miles City, MT

114 mi away
1019 Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Glasgow and Miles City. Straight-line distance: 129.09 mi (207.75 km).

Glasgow

#1 Glasgow

Town in Montana

Population3,315
Coordinates48.1969600, -106.6367100
Altitude638
CountryUnited States
Miles City

#2 Miles City

City in Custer County, Montana

Population8,264
Coordinates46.4083400, -105.8405600
Altitude722
CountryUnited States
Start: 6th Street North (-106.636695, 48.196956)
End: Main Street (-105.84056, 46.408351)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 290 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 00m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 14m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.35 gal
24.05 L ยท about $24.72
Round trip
$49.44
12.7 gal ยท 48.1 L
Estimated CO2
56.4 kg one way
Round trip: 112.9 kg / 249 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $24.72 $49.44
Mid-grade $4.23 $26.87 $53.73
Premium $4.55 $28.89 $57.77
Diesel $5.41 $34.37 $68.73

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 ยท Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Glasgow and Miles City. The current time is 05:59:49.

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.