How far is Three Forks, MT from Havre, MT?
The driving distance from Three Forks, MT to Havre, MT is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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 27m.
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
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City in Montana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Forks and Havre.
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Start on Cottonwood Coulee Road
8.3 mi · 32 min · Cottonwood Coulee Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Stockett Road
9.5 mi · 23 min · Stockett Road
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Turn left
3 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto 57th Street South
1.6 mi · 2 min · 57th Street South
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Continue on River Drive North
3.4 mi · 5 min · River Drive North
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Turn right onto 15th Street North
108.4 mi · 2 hr · 15th Street North
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Turn right
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
1661 ft · 1 min · 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
128 m · 20 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto Montana Avenue
49 m · 7 sec · Montana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Three Forks and Havre.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
15th Street North
Turn right onto 15th Street North
108 mi · 02h 00m
Route Summary
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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.
Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny leaving Three Forks and Partly Sunny near Havre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Three Forks to Havre?
The road trip is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Fort Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.7 miles from Three Forks and 58.5 miles from Havre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18 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 1:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.48 one way or $34.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny around Three Forks and Partly Sunny near Havre.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Benton
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 Fort Benton.
Havre station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Three Forks and Havre. Straight-line distance: 109.17 mi (175.7 km).
#1 Three Forks
City in Cascade County, Montana, United States
| Population | 2,043 |
| Coordinates | 47.2816300, -111.0902400 |
| Altitude | 1208 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Havre
City in Hill County, Montana, United States
| Population | 9,706 |
| Coordinates | 48.5500000, -109.6840900 |
| Altitude | 771 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montana Avenue (-109.683848, 48.549988)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $17.48 | $34.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $19.00 | $37.99 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.43 | $40.85 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $24.30 | $48.60 |
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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