How far is Whitehall, MT from Miles City, MT?
The driving distance from Whitehall, MT to Miles City, MT is about 345.4 miles (555.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 301.7 miles (485.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 33m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitehall and Miles City.
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Start on East 1st Street
849 ft · 39 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto North Whitehall Street
2325 ft · 42 sec · North Whitehall Street
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Take the ramp right
1023 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
206.6 mi · 3 hr 26 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East: Bismark
134.7 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Miles City, Jordan
3.6 mi · 6 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whitehall and Miles City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
North Whitehall Street
Merge slight left
207 mi · 03h 26m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Whitehall and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whitehall to Miles City?
The road trip is about 345.4 miles (555.8 km) and usually takes 05h 16m 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?
Joliet is a useful midpoint, sitting about 172.5 miles from Whitehall and 172.9 miles from Miles City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 301.7 miles (485.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.46 one way or $94.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 108.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Whitehall and Mostly Sunny near Miles City.
Stop Ideas Near Joliet
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whitehall and Miles City. Straight-line distance: 301.76 mi (485.64 km).
#1 Whitehall
Town in Jefferson County, Montana
| Population | 1,160 |
| Coordinates | 45.8707600, -112.0974900 |
| Altitude | 1329 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Miles City
City in Custer County, Montana
| Population | 8,264 |
| Coordinates | 46.4083400, -105.8405600 |
| Altitude | 722 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-105.84056, 46.408351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 556 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 18m |
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 | $47.46 | $94.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $51.58 | $103.15 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $55.45 | $110.90 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $65.97 | $131.94 |
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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