How far is Malta, MT from Billings, MT?

The driving distance from Malta, MT to Billings, MT is about 207.1 miles (333.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 40m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 20m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
207.12 mi
03h 40m
Flight
180.43 mi
290.38 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
180.43 mi
Kilometers
290.38 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
207.12 mi
Kilometers
333.32 km
Drive Time
03h 40m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Billings
Wed, Apr 22, 9:32 PM MDT
Return by in Malta
Thu, Apr 23, 1:12 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Malta
2026-04-22T17:51
Arrive Billings
Wed, Apr 22, 9:32 PM MDT
Route Timing
03h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:40 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Malta
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Grass Range
MT

Town of the United States

From Malta
103.3 mi
01h 50m
To Billings
103.8 mi
01h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Malta and Billings.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Malta and Billings.

  1. 1

    Start on Central Avenue South

    90.8 mi · 2 hr 15 min · Central Avenue South

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    21.5 mi · 32 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    45.1 mi · 1 hr 4 min

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue West

    44.4 mi · 49 min · 1st Avenue West

  5. 5

    Continue on Roundup Road

    80 m · 6 sec · Roundup Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Main Street

    3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto 1st Avenue North

    1.2 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue North

  8. 8

    Turn left onto North 25th Street

    114 m · 16 sec · North 25th Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Montana Avenue

    51 m · 6 sec · Montana Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Malta and Billings.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Central Avenue South
157 mi · 76%
1st Avenue West
44.4 mi · 21%
Main Street
3.52 mi · 2%
1st Avenue North
1.23 mi · 1%
North 25th Street
0.07 mi
Roundup Road
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

Central Avenue South

Start on Central Avenue South

90.8 mi · 02h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 40m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.7 mi
180.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Grass Range
01h 50m from Malta
Leave By
9:40 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Malta and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Billings.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Malta to Billings?

The road trip is about 207.1 miles (333.3 km) and usually takes 03h 40m 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?

Grass Range is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.3 miles from Malta and 103.8 miles from Billings.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 180.4 miles (290.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:40 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.46 one way or $56.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Malta and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Billings.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Malta and Billings. Straight-line distance: 180.43 mi (290.38 km).

Malta

#1 Malta

City in Montana, US

Population1,843
Coordinates48.3597200, -107.8742800
Altitude687
CountryUnited States
Billings

#2 Billings

The most populous city in Montana.

Population117,445
Coordinates45.7832900, -108.5006900
Altitude952
CountryUnited States
Start: Central Avenue South (-107.874187, 48.359714)
End: Montana Avenue (-108.500696, 45.783296)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 333 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.31 gal
27.67 L · about $28.46
Round trip
$56.92
14.62 gal · 55.34 L
Estimated CO2
65 kg one way
Round trip: 129.9 kg / 286 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $28.46 $56.92
Mid-grade $4.23 $30.93 $61.86
Premium $4.55 $33.25 $66.51
Diesel $5.41 $39.56 $79.12

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Montana · Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Malta and Billings. The current time is 17:51:43.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.