Trip from Anaconda, MT to Lockwood, MT

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

4h 17m

Distance

254.8 mi

410 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

19 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 4m ★

6 AM

4h 17m

8 AM

4h 43m

10 AM

4h 26m

12 PM

4h 24m

3 PM

4h 28m

5 PM

4h 42m

8 PM

4h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Anaconda, MT to Lockwood, MT covers 254.8 miles and takes about 4h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 90, I 15, Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 135 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.38 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

127.4 miles from Anaconda, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 17m. Total distance: 254.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 17m highway drive covering 254.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and I 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 135 miles on I 90.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 135 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Ash Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 17m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MT 1 / East Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Ash Street

Turn left onto Ash Street

Navigation decision point

4

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | MT 1 / East Park Avenue

Turn left onto MT 1 / East Park Avenue

Navigation decision point

4

7.7 mi into trip | ~8m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6

21.7 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 15; I 90

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

4

254.2 mi into trip | ~4h 15m in

Take the exit toward Johnson Lane

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Johnson Lane

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	135 mi	2h 14m
I 15	110.8 mi	1h 51m
Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway	6.9 mi	7m
East Park Avenue	0.7 mi	1m
Johnson Lane	0.4 mi	<1m
Ash Street	<0.1 mi	<1m
East Commercial Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 135 mi, about 2h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Anaconda, MT and Lockwood, MT.

1

Start on MT 1

107 ft · 7 sec · East Commercial Avenue

2

Turn left onto Ash Street

383 ft · 22 sec · Ash Street

3

Turn left onto MT 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Park Avenue

4

Continue on MT 1

6.9 mi · 7 min · Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway

5

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 59 sec

6

Merge onto I 90

13 mi · 12 min · I 90

7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

111 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 15; I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Continue on I 90; US 89; US 191

6.9 mi · 6 min · I 90; US 89; US 191

9

Continue on I 90; US 191

113 mi · 1 hr 53 min · I 90; US 191

10

Continue on I 90; US 87; US 212

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 87; US 212

11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward Johnson Lane

12

Turn left onto Johnson Lane

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Johnson Lane

13

Arrive at destination

Johnson Lane

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 127.4 miles from Anaconda, MT, or about 2h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 56 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 127.4 miles or 2h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lockwood, MT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Anaconda, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Anaconda, MT

This is one driving day of about 254.8 miles and 4h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Anaconda, MT.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 135 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 127.4 mi from Anaconda, MT · 2h 8m into the drive

city and the county seat of Park County, Montana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Livingston, MT

127 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Whitehall, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Livingston, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.4 miles from Anaconda, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 135 miles.

Arriving in Lockwood, MT

The final approach into Lockwood, MT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lockwood, MT.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Jordi's Cantina & Sports Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anaconda, Montana

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14065630134

Visit website

Peppermint Paddy’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anaconda, Montana

0.3 mi

Barclay II Supper Club

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Anaconda, Montana

0.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Billings, Montana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 254.8

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

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Roly-Poly Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bozeman, Montana

1.1 mi

Treeline Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bozeman, Montana

1.4 mi

Jordi's Cantina & Sports Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Anaconda, Montana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14065630134

Visit website

Peppermint Paddy’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Anaconda, Montana

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14065637428

Visit website

Barclay II Supper Club

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $50

Anaconda, Montana

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14065635541

Visit website

Montana Ale Works

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14065877700

Visit website

Western Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14065870436

Visit website

Dave's Sushi

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14065561351

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Pakeezah Authentic Indian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+14064041800

Visit website

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14065870055

Visit website

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 254.8

Billings, Montana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

Visit website

Roly-Poly Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+14069228080

Visit website

Treeline Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+14062192501

Visit website

Wild Joe*s Coffee Spot

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+14065861212

Visit website

Rockford Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+14065561053

Visit website

Nexus Drive Up Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14065458089

Visit website

Studio Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Sophie's Bakery Cafe Espresso

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 91

Manhattan, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14063123452

Visit website

AmpUp Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Anaconda, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18039449666

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 18.2

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 18.2

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884672669

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484262

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 109.2

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

After Rage

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 254.8

Billings, Montana

Hours: 3:30–9 pm

+14063715114

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.38 one way

$80.75 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$42.32	$84.65
premium	$4.53	$45.45	$90.91
diesel	$5.61	$56.26	$112.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Town Pump Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Billings, MT

Tesla

12 DCFC

Town Pump Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Butte, MT

Tesla

8 DCFC

Town Pump Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Belgrade, MT

Tesla

8 DCFC

Bozeman, MT

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

8 DCFC

Fairfield Inn & Suites - Tesla Supercharger

Laurel, MT

Tesla

8 DCFC

Best Western Plus Butte Plaza Inn - Tesla Supercharger

Butte, MT

Tesla

6 DCFC

Flying J Town Pump (Butte, MT)

Butte, MT

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Target T1237 (Bozeman, MT)

Bozeman, MT

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Tesla: 8 Electrify America: 3 EV Connect: 3 Blink Network: 2 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 NAYAX_ENERGY: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	76.4	0	$26.75	$12.23
Efficient EV	63.7	0	$22.29	$10.19
EV Truck/SUV	101.9	1	$35.67	$16.31

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Anaconda, MT

Late night in Anaconda on Friday

Local time

12:56 AM

MDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lockwood, MT

Late night in Lockwood on Friday

Local time

12:56 AM

MDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Livingston, MT

127 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

13 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 17m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Anaconda, MT to Lockwood, MT covers 254.8 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 15, Pintler Veterans' Memorial Scenic Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 127.4 miles from Anaconda, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a straightforward 4h 17m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MT 1 / East Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

The route from Anaconda, MT to Lockwood, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lockwood, MT

Nearby Places

Jordi's Cantina & Sports Bar

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

Jordi's Cantina & Sports Bar

Peppermint Paddy’s

Barclay II Supper Club

Montana Ale Works

Western Café

Dave's Sushi

Pakeezah Authentic Indian Restaurant

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

Roly-Poly Coffee Co.

Treeline Coffee Roasters

Wild Joe*s Coffee Spot

Rockford Coffee

Nexus Drive Up Coffee

Studio Coffee Roasters

Sophie's Bakery Cafe Espresso

AmpUp Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

After Rage

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Anaconda, MT

Lockwood, MT

Same local time

13 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 17m on the road

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