How far is Lewistown, MT from Lockwood, MT?
The driving distance from Lewistown, MT to Lockwood, MT is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m 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 02h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Musselshell County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lewistown and Lockwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewistown and Lockwood.
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Start on 6th Avenue South
121 m · 19 sec · 6th Avenue South
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Northeast Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Northeast Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 87
29.1 mi · 31 min · US Highway 87
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Turn right
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
3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto US Highway 87 East
1.3 mi · 2 min · US Highway 87 East
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Turn left
1595 ft · 41 sec
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Johnson Lane
1505 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Johnson Lane
1900 ft · 46 sec · Johnson Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Johnson Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lewistown and Lockwood.
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
Turn right
45.1 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lewistown and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lockwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lewistown to Lockwood?
The road trip is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Roundup is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64 miles from Lewistown and 64.2 miles from Lockwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 1:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.60 one way or $35.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lewistown and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lockwood.
Stop Ideas Near Roundup
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 Roundup.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lewistown and Lockwood. Straight-line distance: 98.52 mi (158.56 km).
#1 Lewistown
City in Montana, United States
| Population | 5,905 |
| Coordinates | 47.0624700, -109.4282400 |
| Altitude | 1203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lockwood
Human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 6,797 |
| Coordinates | 45.8191200, -108.4148600 |
| Altitude | 943 |
| Country | United States |
End: Johnson Lane (-108.41395, 45.819127)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $19.12 | $38.25 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.56 | $41.12 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $24.46 | $48.92 |
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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