How far is Miles City, MT from Laurel, MT?
The driving distance from Miles City, MT to Laurel, MT is about 160.7 miles (258.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.6 miles (240.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m 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 25m.
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.
Town in Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Miles City and Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miles City and Laurel.
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Start on Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp straight
20 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight right
1487 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
135.4 mi · 2 hr 19 min
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
18.7 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 212, US 310: Laurel, Red Lodge
1844 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right
1949 ft · 35 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Miles City and Laurel.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Merge slight left
135 mi · 02h 19m
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 leaving Miles City and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Miles City to Laurel?
The road trip is about 160.7 miles (258.6 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Hysham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.3 miles from Miles City and 80.5 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.6 miles (240.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 1:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.07 one way or $44.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Miles City and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurel.
Stop Ideas Near Hysham
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 Hysham.
Miles City, MT
Billings, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Miles City and Laurel. Straight-line distance: 149.56 mi (240.69 km).
#1 Miles City
City in Custer County, Montana
| Population | 8,264 |
| Coordinates | 46.4083400, -105.8405600 |
| Altitude | 722 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laurel
City in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
| Population | 6,715 |
| Coordinates | 45.6691200, -108.7715300 |
| Altitude | 1006 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 1st Avenue (-108.771477, 45.669116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.99 | $47.98 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.79 | $51.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.69 | $61.37 |
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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