How far is Glendive, MT from Laurel, MT?
The driving distance from Glendive, MT to Laurel, MT is about 235.7 miles (379.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 217.4 miles (349.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Rosebud county seat and river town near Yellowstone River
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glendive and Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendive and Laurel.
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Start on Merrill Avenue
8 m · 3 sec · Merrill Avenue
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Turn right onto West Towne Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Towne Street
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Turn right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the exit left
1385 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
212.8 mi · 3 hr 31 min
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
18.7 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 212, US 310: Laurel, Red Lodge
1844 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right
1949 ft · 35 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendive and Laurel.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Towne Street
Merge slight left
213 mi · 03h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Glendive and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glendive to Laurel?
The road trip is about 235.7 miles (379.3 km) and usually takes 03h 36m 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?
Forsyth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 118.2 miles from Glendive and 117.4 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 217.4 miles (349.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.39 one way or $64.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Glendive and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurel.
Stop Ideas Near Forsyth
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 Forsyth.
Miles City, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glendive and Laurel. Straight-line distance: 217.38 mi (349.84 km).
#1 Glendive
City in Montana
| Population | 4,878 |
| Coordinates | 47.1052900, -104.7124600 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laurel
City in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
| Population | 6,715 |
| Coordinates | 45.6691200, -108.7715300 |
| Altitude | 1006 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 1st Avenue (-108.771477, 45.669116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 379 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 56m |
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 | $32.39 | $64.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $37.85 | $75.70 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $45.03 | $90.06 |
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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