How far is Miles City, MT from Wolf Point, MT?
The driving distance from Miles City, MT to Wolf Point, MT is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 44m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Miles City and Wolf Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miles City and Wolf Point.
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Start on Main Street
17 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Valley Drive East
1.6 mi · 3 min · Valley Drive East
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp left
68.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Glendive, Circle
2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Alder Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Alder Avenue
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Continue straight
45.3 mi · 49 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 13
46.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min · State Highway 13
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Keep slight left
5.7 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue South
26 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Miles City and Wolf Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Valley Drive East
Take the ramp left
68.5 mi · 01h 05m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Miles City to Wolf Point?
The road trip is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km) and usually takes 03h 22m 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?
West Glendive is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.1 miles from Miles City and 86.3 miles from Wolf Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.8 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 10:16 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.67 one way or $47.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Miles City and Rain Showers near Wolf Point.
Stop Ideas Near West Glendive
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 West Glendive.
Glendive, MT
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Miles City, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Miles City and Wolf Point. Straight-line distance: 116.61 mi (187.66 km).
#1 Miles City
City in Custer County, Montana
| Population | 8,264 |
| Coordinates | 46.4083400, -105.8405600 |
| Altitude | 722 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wolf Point
Town in Montana, United States
| Population | 2,722 |
| Coordinates | 48.0905700, -105.6405600 |
| Altitude | 609 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wolf Point (-105.64056, 48.09057)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.67 | $47.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.72 | $51.45 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.66 | $55.32 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.90 | $65.81 |
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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