How far is Havre, MT from Bozeman, MT?
The driving distance from Havre, MT to Bozeman, MT is about 272.2 miles (438 km), with a travel time of about 05h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208.3 miles (335.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 22m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Havre and Bozeman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre and Bozeman.
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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
91 m · 6 sec · 15th Street Northeast
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Turn right onto Old Havre Highway
1.4 km · 1 min · Old Havre Highway
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Turn right onto Smelter Avenue Northeast
2860 ft · 43 sec · Smelter Avenue Northeast
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Turn straight onto 3rd Street Northwest
1.4 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Central Avenue West
1.3 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue West
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Turn sharp left
1425 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
87.5 mi · 1 hr 25 min · First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 South, US 287 South: Townsend, Capitol Area
1280 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Prospect Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Prospect Avenue
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1678 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
30.2 mi · 34 min
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
22.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit left toward I 90 East: Billings
1372 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
31.6 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North 7th Avenue
1451 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Peach Street
1949 ft · 44 sec · West Peach Street
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Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
2143 ft · 1 min · North Willson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Willson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Havre and Bozeman.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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 Bozeman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Havre to Bozeman?
The road trip is about 272.2 miles (438 km) and usually takes 05h 22m 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?
Cascade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.5 miles from Havre and 122.7 miles from Bozeman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208.3 miles (335.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.9 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 6:16 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.41 one way or $74.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Havre and Sunny near Bozeman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Havre and Bozeman. Straight-line distance: 208.29 mi (335.21 km).
#1 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bozeman
Town in Gallatin County, Montana, United States
| Population | 50,970 |
| Coordinates | 45.6796500, -111.0385600 |
| Altitude | 1468 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Willson Avenue (-111.038724, 45.679648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $37.41 | $74.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $40.66 | $81.32 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $52.01 | $104.02 |
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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