How far is Lockwood, MT from Fort Benton, MT?
The driving distance from Lockwood, MT to Fort Benton, MT is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 174.4 miles (280.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lockwood and Fort Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood and Fort Benton.
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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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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, US 87 North: Lockwood, Roundup
1389 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 East
1.2 mi · 1 min · US Highway 87 East
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Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Aronson Avenue
148 m · 12 sec · Aronson Avenue
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Turn right onto Swords Lane
76 m · 12 sec · Swords Lane
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Turn left onto Airport Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · Airport Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Airport Road
44 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
44 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
25.5 mi · 29 min
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Continue on Iowa Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Iowa Avenue
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Continue straight
12.4 mi · 14 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
45.1 mi · 51 min
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Turn right
39.2 mi · 43 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
64.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn slight right
1588 ft · 21 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
52 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
557 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
19.3 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto 57th Street South
1.6 mi · 2 min · 57th Street South
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Continue on River Drive North
3.4 mi · 5 min · River Drive North
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Turn right onto 15th Street North
36.9 mi · 40 min · 15th Street North
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Turn right onto MT 386
1.4 mi · 3 min · MT 386
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Continue on Saint Charles Street
117 m · 13 sec · Saint Charles Street
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Turn right onto 12th Street
1366 ft · 1 min · 12th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1237 ft · 57 sec · Main Street
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Turn right
83 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockwood and Fort Benton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
64.3 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Lockwood and Rain And Snow Likely near Fort Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockwood to Fort Benton?
The road trip is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Moore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.4 miles from Lockwood and 131.8 miles from Fort Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 174.4 miles (280.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.17 one way or $72.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Lockwood and Rain And Snow Likely near Fort Benton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockwood and Fort Benton. Straight-line distance: 174.41 mi (280.68 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 Fort Benton
City in Montana, USA
| Population | 1,442 |
| Coordinates | 47.8183000, -110.6674400 |
| Altitude | 799 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Benton (-110.66744, 47.8183)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 424 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
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 | $36.17 | $72.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $39.31 | $78.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $42.26 | $84.52 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $50.28 | $100.55 |
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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