How far is Havre, MT from Laurel, MT?
The driving distance from Havre, MT to Laurel, MT is about 267.5 miles (430.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 203.6 miles (327.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 33m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Havre and Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre and Laurel.
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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
45.1 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue West
44.4 mi · 49 min · 1st Avenue West
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Continue on Roundup Road
80 m · 6 sec · Roundup Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Turn slight right
82 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto 6th Avenue North
1.9 mi · 5 min · 6th Avenue North
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Keep slight left to continue on 6th Avenue North
73 m · 7 sec · 6th Avenue North
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Continue on Division Street
2734 ft · 1 min · Division Street
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Continue on Montana Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Montana Avenue
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Continue on Laurel Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Laurel Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Butte, I 90 West
1963 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight right
11.3 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 212, US 310: Laurel, Red Lodge
1844 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right
1949 ft · 35 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Havre and Laurel.
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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50 mi · 01h 14m
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 Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Havre to Laurel?
The road trip is about 267.5 miles (430.5 km) and usually takes 04h 46m 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?
Grass Range is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.1 miles from Havre and 135.5 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 203.6 miles (327.7 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 7:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.75 one way or $73.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Havre and Sunny near Laurel.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Havre and Laurel. Straight-line distance: 203.62 mi (327.69 km).
#1 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laurel
City in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
| Population | 6,715 |
| Coordinates | 45.6691200, -108.7715300 |
| Altitude | 1006 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 1st Avenue (-108.771477, 45.669116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 431 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $36.75 | $73.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $39.94 | $79.88 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $42.94 | $85.89 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $51.09 | $102.18 |
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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