How far is Glendive, MT from Miles City, MT?
The driving distance from Glendive, MT to Miles City, MT is about 75.7 miles (121.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 26m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glendive and Miles City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendive and Miles City.
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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
71.4 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
1047 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Valley Drive East
1.6 mi · 3 min · Valley Drive East
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Turn sharp left onto Main Street
17 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glendive and Miles City.
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
71.4 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Glendive and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glendive to Miles City?
The road trip is about 75.7 miles (121.8 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Terry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.3 miles from Glendive and 37.3 miles from Miles City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.39 one way or $20.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Glendive and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Stop Ideas Near Terry
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Glendive, MT
Miles City, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glendive and Miles City. Straight-line distance: 71.91 mi (115.72 km).
#1 Glendive
City in Montana
| Population | 4,878 |
| Coordinates | 47.1052900, -104.7124600 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Miles City
City in Custer County, Montana
| Population | 8,264 |
| Coordinates | 46.4083400, -105.8405600 |
| Altitude | 722 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-105.84056, 46.408351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $10.39 | $20.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.30 | $22.59 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.15 | $24.29 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $14.45 | $28.90 |
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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