How far is Seeley Lake, MT from Great Falls, MT?
The driving distance from Seeley Lake, MT to Great Falls, MT is about 142.9 miles (229.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m 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 02h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow then Snow Showers Likely
Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seeley Lake and Great Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seeley Lake and Great Falls.
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Start on the route
14.8 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
115.4 mi · 2 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Great Falls
1323 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
9.5 mi · 9 min · First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 15 Business
1262 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Central Avenue West
1.5 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue West
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Continue on First Avenue North Bridge
1055 ft · 18 sec · First Avenue North Bridge
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Continue on 1st Avenue North
2717 ft · 52 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Turn right onto 5th Street North
2018 ft · 36 sec · 5th Street North
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue South
131 m · 24 sec · 4th Avenue South
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Turn left onto 4th Street South
70 m · 10 sec · 4th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seeley Lake and Great Falls.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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115 mi · 02h 10m
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 Snow then Snow Showers Likely leaving Seeley Lake and Chance Light Snow near Great Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seeley Lake to Great Falls?
The road trip is about 142.9 miles (229.9 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Cascade is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Seeley Lake and 71.5 miles from Great Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.6 miles (168.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.3 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 1:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.62 one way or $39.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow then Snow Showers Likely around Seeley Lake and Chance Light Snow near Great Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seeley Lake and Great Falls. Straight-line distance: 104.61 mi (168.36 km).
#1 Seeley Lake
Census designated place in Montana, USA
| Population | 1,659 |
| Coordinates | 47.1793800, -113.4845200 |
| Altitude | 1225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Great Falls
Town in Cascade County, Montana, United States
| Population | 58,353 |
| Coordinates | 47.5002400, -111.3008100 |
| Altitude | 1015 |
| Country | United States |
End: Great Falls (-111.30081, 47.50024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 230 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.62 | $39.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.32 | $42.65 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.93 | $45.85 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $27.28 | $54.55 |
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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