How far is Havre, MT from Big Timber, MT?
The driving distance from Havre, MT to Big Timber, MT is about 285.8 miles (460 km), with a travel time of about 05h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 188 miles (302.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 11m 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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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Havre and Big Timber.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre and Big Timber.
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Start on Montana Avenue
49 m · 12 sec · Montana Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
791 ft · 40 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1663 ft · 1 min · 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street
3.1 mi · 4 min · 1st Street
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Turn left
107.3 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Continue on 15th Street Northeast
1.3 mi · 2 min · 15th Street Northeast
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Continue on 14th Street North
1.7 mi · 3 min · 14th Street North
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
22.6 mi · 25 min · 10th Avenue South
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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 Havre 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
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107 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Sunny leaving Havre and Sunny near Big Timber.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Havre to Big Timber?
The road trip is about 285.8 miles (460 km) and usually takes 05h 35m 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?
Belt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.7 miles from Havre and 143.1 miles from Big Timber.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 188 miles (302.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 97.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.28 one way or $78.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Havre and Sunny near Big Timber.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Havre and Big Timber. Straight-line distance: 188.03 mi (302.6 km).
#1 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| 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: 460 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 33m |
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 | $39.28 | $78.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $42.69 | $85.38 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $45.90 | $91.80 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $54.61 | $109.21 |
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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