How far is Helena, MT from Lewistown, MT?

Fastest route

The distance between Helena, Montana and Lewistown, Montana 59457 is approximately 185 miles (298 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 3 hours and 7 minutes. Here are the directions:

  1. Head southeast on W 6th Ave toward N Last Chance Gulch.
  2. Turn left onto N Montana Ave.
  3. Take US-12 E to MT-294 E in Meagher County.
  4. Turn right onto I-15BL S/11th Ave, and continue to follow I-15BL S.
  5. Continue onto US-12 E/US-287 S/Prospect Ave, and follow US-12 E/US-287 S.
  6. Turn left onto US-12 E/Broadway St, and continue to follow US-12 E.
  7. Follow MT-294 E to US-12 E, and turn left to stay on MT-294 E.
  8. Follow US-12 E and US-191 N to 6th Ave S in Lewistown.
  9. Turn right onto US-191 N/US-87 S, and slight right to stay on US-191 N/US-87 S.
  10. Pass by Subway (on the left in 1.7 mi).
  11. Turn right onto 6th Ave S.

Directions

  1. Start your journey by heading southeast on W 6th Ave toward N Last Chance Gulch.
  2. Turn left onto N Montana Ave.
  3. Continue straight and take US-12 E to MT-294 E in Meagher County.
  4. At the junction, turn right onto I-15BL S/11th Ave, and keep following it until you reach US-12 E/US-287 S/Prospect Ave.
  5. Make a left turn onto US-12 E/Broadway St and continue on US-12 E.
  6. Follow the road and take the left turn to stay on MT-294 E.
  7. Continue on MT-294 E until you reach the junction with US-12 E. Take a left turn onto US-12 E.
  8. Keep following US-12 E and then merge onto US-191 N.
  9. Continue on US-191 N/US-87 S and take a slight right to stay on it.
  10. Look for Subway on your left, and after approximately 1.7 miles, turn right onto 6th Ave S in Lewistown.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Take breaks along the way to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
  • ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on track.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and be mindful of speed limits.
  • 🍽️ Pack snacks and drinks for the trip to stay energized.
  • 📷 Capture the scenic views along the route with your camera.
  • 🛣️ Enjoy the journey and make the most of the drive.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Helena and Lewistown is 127.48 miles (205.15 km).

Flight distance from Helena, MT to Lewistown, MT is 127.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Helena to Lewistown with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Helena, Montana to Lewistown, Montana is: 194.68 miles (313.3 km) by car.

Driving from Helena to Lewistown will take approximately 03 hours 07 minutes.

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#1 Helena

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

Population 33737
GPS Coordinates 46°35'34"N 112°2'10"W
Latitude 46.5927100
Longitude -112.0361100
Altitude 1237
Country United States
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#2 Lewistown

City in Montana, United States

Population 5905
GPS Coordinates 47°3'45"N 109°25'42"W
Latitude 47.0624700
Longitude -109.4282400
Altitude 1203
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Helena and Lewistown

The distance between Helena and Lewistown is 313 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 28 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Helena and Lewistown. The current time is 01:01:15.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 29 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 52 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 53 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 14 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 46 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 35 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 25 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26 liters (6.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Helena and Lewistown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Helena to Lewistown is $26.48 (diesel $32.87).

Montana gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.86 $4.15 $4.45 $4.79
Total $26.48 $28.5 $30.53 $32.87

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Montana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.855 (Diesel $4.785) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Helena and Lewistown (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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