How far is Havre, MT from Three Forks, MT?
The driving distance from Havre, MT to Three Forks, MT is about 137.8 miles (221.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Montana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Havre and Three Forks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre and Three Forks.
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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
6.2 mi · 8 min · 10th Avenue South
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Turn right onto Stockett Road
9.5 mi · 23 min · Stockett Road
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Turn left onto Cottonwood Coulee Road
4.1 mi · 16 min · Cottonwood Coulee Road
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Continue on Cottonwood Coulee Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Cottonwood Coulee Road
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Continue on Cottonwood Coulee Road
2.4 mi · 9 min · Cottonwood Coulee Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cottonwood Coulee Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Havre and Three Forks.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Havre and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Three Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Havre to Three Forks?
The road trip is about 137.8 miles (221.7 km) and usually takes 03h 11m 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?
Fort Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.8 miles from Havre and 69 miles from Three Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.6 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 10:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.92 one way or $37.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Havre and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Three Forks.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Benton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fort Benton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Havre and Three Forks. Straight-line distance: 109.17 mi (175.7 km).
#1 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Three Forks
City in Cascade County, Montana, United States
| Population | 2,043 |
| Coordinates | 47.2816300, -111.0902400 |
| Altitude | 1208 |
| Country | United States |
End: Three Forks (-111.09024, 47.28163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.92 | $37.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $20.56 | $41.13 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.11 | $44.22 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $26.30 | $52.60 |
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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