How far is Great Falls, MT from Big Timber, MT?
The driving distance from Great Falls, MT to Big Timber, MT is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Great Falls and Big Timber.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Great Falls and Big Timber.
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Start on 4th Street South
49 m · 12 sec · 4th Street South
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue South
130 m · 21 sec · 5th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 5th Street South
1988 ft · 36 sec · 5th Street South
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
5.7 mi · 8 min · 10th Avenue South
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Continue straight
17.6 mi · 19 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
68 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1606 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight
64.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn right
39.2 mi · 43 min
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Turn right
148 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto H Avenue Northwest
44.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min · H Avenue Northwest
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Turn right onto McLeod Street
5 m · 1 sec · McLeod Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · McLeod Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Great Falls and Big Timber.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
64.3 mi · 01h 10m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Great Falls and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Big Timber.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Great Falls to Big Timber?
The road trip is about 173.2 miles (278.8 km) and usually takes 03h 29m 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?
Moore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Great Falls and 86.7 miles from Big Timber.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.7 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 10:00 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.79 one way or $47.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Great Falls and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Big Timber.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Great Falls and Big Timber. Straight-line distance: 131.56 mi (211.72 km).
#1 Great Falls
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
| Population | 58,353 |
| Coordinates | 47.5002400, -111.3008100 |
| Altitude | 1015 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Big Timber
City in and county seat of Sweet Grass County, Montana, United States
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 45.8349400, -109.9554600 |
| Altitude | 1247 |
| Country | United States |
End: Big Timber (-109.95546, 45.83494)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.79 | $47.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.85 | $51.70 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.07 | $66.13 |
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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