How far is Lockwood, MT from Belgrade, MT?
The driving distance from Lockwood, MT to Belgrade, MT is about 157 miles (252.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.1 miles (214.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in and county seat of Sweet Grass County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lockwood and Belgrade.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood and Belgrade.
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Start on Johnson Lane
1156 ft · 33 sec · Johnson Lane
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Take the ramp right
2235 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
112.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Continue straight
7 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
34.3 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MT 291, MT 85: Belgrade, Amsterdam
1410 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Jackrabbit Lane
1417 ft · 28 sec · Jackrabbit Lane
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Turn right onto West Madison Avenue
1116 ft · 23 sec · West Madison Avenue
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Turn slight left onto South Broadway
1482 ft · 55 sec · South Broadway
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Turn right onto East Main Street
25 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockwood and Belgrade.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Johnson Lane
Continue straight
113 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lockwood and Light Rain Likely near Belgrade.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockwood to Belgrade?
The road trip is about 157 miles (252.6 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Big Timber is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.7 miles from Lockwood and 78.3 miles from Belgrade.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.1 miles (214.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.9 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 1:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.57 one way or $43.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lockwood and Light Rain Likely near Belgrade.
Stop Ideas Near Big Timber
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 Big Timber.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockwood and Belgrade. Straight-line distance: 133.08 mi (214.17 km).
#1 Lockwood
Human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America
| Population | 6,797 |
| Coordinates | 45.8191200, -108.4148600 |
| Altitude | 943 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belgrade
City in Gallatin County, Montana, USA
| Population | 10,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.7760400, -111.1769000 |
| Altitude | 1359 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-111.176867, 45.776072)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $21.57 | $43.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.44 | $46.88 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.20 | $50.40 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $29.98 | $59.96 |
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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