How far is Laurel, MT from Hardin, MT?
The driving distance from Laurel, MT to Hardin, MT is about 63.3 miles (101.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.1 miles (90.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laurel and Hardin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel and Hardin.
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Start on South 1st Avenue
1 km · 56 sec · South 1st Avenue
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Turn left
19.1 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Sheridan
39.2 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, MT 47: Hardin City Center
1726 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
773 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on North Crawford Avenue
1242 ft · 30 sec · North Crawford Avenue
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Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue
2759 ft · 2 min · North Crawford Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Crawford Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laurel and Hardin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Sheridan
39.2 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Laurel and Sunny near Hardin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laurel to Hardin?
The road trip is about 63.3 miles (101.9 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Lockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from Laurel and 31.8 miles from Hardin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.1 miles (90.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 4:16 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.68 one way or $17.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Laurel and Sunny near Hardin.
Stop Ideas Near Lockwood
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 Lockwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laurel and Hardin. Straight-line distance: 56.12 mi (90.32 km).
#1 Laurel
City in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
| Population | 6,715 |
| Coordinates | 45.6691200, -108.7715300 |
| Altitude | 1006 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hardin
City in Big Horn County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 3,705 |
| Coordinates | 45.7324800, -107.6120300 |
| Altitude | 886 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hardin (-107.61203, 45.73248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $9.44 | $18.87 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $12.07 | $24.14 |
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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