How far is Sidney, MT from Glasgow, MT?
The driving distance from Sidney, MT to Glasgow, MT is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.5 miles (192.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sidney and Glasgow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney and Glasgow.
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Start on North Central Avenue
531 ft · 14 sec · North Central Avenue
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Turn left onto West Holly Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Holly Street
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Continue on State Highway 16
35.6 mi · 40 min · State Highway 16
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Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
1729 ft · 28 sec · Broadway Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 6th Street West
31.4 mi · 36 min · 6th Street West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
39 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2836 ft · 36 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
70.8 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Turn left onto 6th Street North
12 m · 1 sec · 6th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sidney and Glasgow.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
6th Street West
Exit the roundabout
70.8 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Sidney and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Glasgow.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sidney to Glasgow?
The road trip is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Poplar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Sidney and 70.3 miles from Glasgow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.5 miles (192.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.27 one way or $38.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Sidney and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Glasgow.
Stop Ideas Near Poplar
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 Poplar.
Wolf Point
Sidney, MT
Glasgow
Williston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sidney and Glasgow. Straight-line distance: 119.46 mi (192.26 km).
#1 Sidney
City in Montana, United States
| Population | 6,297 |
| Coordinates | 47.7166800, -104.1563300 |
| Altitude | 594 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glasgow
Town in Montana
| Population | 3,315 |
| Coordinates | 48.1969600, -106.6367100 |
| Altitude | 638 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glasgow (-106.63671, 48.19696)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $19.27 | $38.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $20.94 | $41.89 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.52 | $45.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $26.79 | $53.58 |
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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