How far is Havre, MT from Forsyth, MT?
The driving distance from Havre, MT to Forsyth, MT is about 300.6 miles (483.8 km), with a travel time of about 07h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 211.3 miles (340 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 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 07h 09m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Havre and Forsyth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre and Forsyth.
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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 right onto 1st Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Continue straight
45.5 mi · 52 min
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Turn right
50 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Turn right
35.8 mi · 53 min
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Continue straight
21.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
44.6 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Turn left onto 8th Avenue East
101 mi · 2 hr 30 min · 8th Avenue East
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North 10th Avenue
46 m · 9 sec · North 10th Avenue
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Turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Havre and Forsyth.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
8th Avenue East
Turn left onto 8th Avenue East
101 mi · 02h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain leaving Havre and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Forsyth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Havre to Forsyth?
The road trip is about 300.6 miles (483.8 km) and usually takes 07h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grass Range is a useful midpoint, sitting about 150.1 miles from Havre and 150.5 miles from Forsyth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 211.3 miles (340 km), while the road route adds roughly 89.3 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.30 one way or $82.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain around Havre and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Forsyth.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Havre and Forsyth. Straight-line distance: 211.28 mi (340.03 km).
#1 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forsyth
Rosebud county seat and river town near Yellowstone River
| Population | 1,752 |
| Coordinates | 46.2663800, -106.6778100 |
| Altitude | 768 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forsyth (-106.67781, 46.26638)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 484 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $41.30 | $82.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $44.89 | $89.78 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $48.26 | $96.53 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $57.42 | $114.84 |
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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