How far is Helena, MT from Four Corners, MT?

The driving distance from Helena, MT to Four Corners, MT is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 78 miles (125.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
97.6 mi
01h 52m
Flight
78.01 mi
125.54 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
78.01 mi
Kilometers
125.54 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
97.6 mi
Kilometers
157.08 km
Drive Time
01h 52m

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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 01h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Four Corners
Wed, May 13, 2:08 AM MDT
Return by in Helena
Wed, May 13, 4:00 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Helena
2026-05-13T00:16
Arrive Four Corners
Wed, May 13, 2:08 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:52 AM to 11:52 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:46 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Helena
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Townsend
MT

City in Montana, USA

From Helena
48.8 mi
00h 56m
To Four Corners
48.8 mi
00h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph S
Destination
89°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 23 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Helena and Four Corners.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Helena and Four Corners.

  1. 1

    Start on Cruse Avenue

    50 m · 8 sec · Cruse Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 11th Avenue

    1.4 mi · 4 min · 11th Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto Prospect Avenue

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    3.6 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    1678 ft · 26 sec

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    30.2 mi · 34 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    2.3 mi · 2 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    22.7 mi · 24 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit left toward I 90 East: Billings

    1372 ft · 34 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    22.3 mi · 22 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward MT 291, MT 85: Belgrade, West Yellowstone

    1374 ft · 38 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Amsterdam Road

    1.3 km · 60 sec · Amsterdam Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Jackrabbit Lane

    6.5 mi · 7 min · Jackrabbit Lane

  16. 16

    Continue on Gallatin Road

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Gallatin Road

  17. 17

    Turn left

    101 m · 24 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Helena and Four Corners.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Prospect Avenue
63 mi · 65%
I 90 East
22.6 mi · 23%
Jackrabbit Lane
6.55 mi · 7%
Gallatin Road
2.84 mi · 3%
11th Avenue
1.44 mi · 1%
Amsterdam Road
0.82 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Prospect Avenue

Continue straight

30.2 mi · 00h 34m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.6 mi
78 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Townsend
00h 56m from Helena
Leave By
2:46 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Helena and Mostly Sunny near Four Corners.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Helena to Four Corners?

The road trip is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km) and usually takes 01h 52m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Townsend is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.8 miles from Helena and 48.8 miles from Four Corners.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 78 miles (125.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:46 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Helena and Mostly Sunny near Four Corners.

Stop Ideas Near Townsend

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Townsend, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Townsend.

BUS

Bozeman, MT

67 mi away
6505 Jack Rabbit Lane
BUS

Butte, MT

85 mi away
1324 Harrison Avenue
BUS

Livingston, MT

104 mi away
1404 East Park Street \r\n

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Helena and Four Corners. Straight-line distance: 78.01 mi (125.54 km).

Helena

#1 Helena

State capital of Montana, United States and seat of Lewis and Clark County

Population33,737
Coordinates46.5927100, -112.0361100
Altitude1237
CountryUnited States
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#2 Four Corners

Four Corners is a place in Montana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates45.6296500, -111.1860600
Altitude1475
CountryUnited States
Start: Helena (-112.03611, 46.59271)
End: Four Corners (-111.18606, 45.62965)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 157 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 15m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 26m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 37m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.44 gal
13.04 L · about $13.39
Round trip
$26.78
6.88 gal · 26.08 L
Estimated CO2
30.6 kg one way
Round trip: 61.1 kg / 135 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $13.39 $26.78
Mid-grade $4.23 $14.55 $29.11
Premium $4.55 $15.65 $31.30
Diesel $5.41 $18.62 $37.23

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Montana · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Helena and Four Corners. The current time is 00:16:08.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.