How far is Polson, MT from Evergreen, MT?
The driving distance from Polson, MT to Evergreen, MT is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Flathead County, Montana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Polson and Evergreen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polson and Evergreen.
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Start on Main Street
94 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue West
49.9 mi · 1 hr 2 min · 2nd Avenue West
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue East
1.3 mi · 3 min · 3rd Avenue East
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Turn right onto 2nd Street East
1235 ft · 34 sec · 2nd Street East
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Continue on Conrad Drive
1451 ft · 45 sec · Conrad Drive
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Turn left onto Woodland Park Drive
2161 ft · 1 min · Woodland Park Drive
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Turn right onto US Route 2
1.2 mi · 2 min · US Route 2
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Continue on La Salle Road
1.2 km · 1 min · La Salle Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · La Salle Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Polson and Evergreen.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
2nd Avenue West
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue West
49.9 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Polson and Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Evergreen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Polson to Evergreen?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Somers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.1 miles from Polson and 26 miles from Evergreen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 4:18 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms around Polson and Chance Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms near Evergreen.
Stop Ideas Near Somers
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 Somers.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Polson and Evergreen. Straight-line distance: 37.15 mi (59.78 km).
#1 Polson
City in Lake County, Montana, United States
| Population | 5,181 |
| Coordinates | 47.6935500, -114.1631700 |
| Altitude | 892 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Evergreen
Evergreen is a place in Montana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.2257900, -114.2762400 |
| Altitude | 891 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Evergreen Drive (-114.276241, 48.225817)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
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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