Origin
Billings, MT
Evening in Billings on Sunday
Local time
7:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Billings, MT to Crow Agency, MT
Drive Time
59m
Distance
58.9 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Billings, MT
John De Leon
Crow Agency, MT
Shilpesh Patil
Trip Overview
The drive from Billings, MT to Crow Agency, MT covers 58.9 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, US Highway 87 East, 1st Avenue North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.6 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.33 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.4 miles from Billings, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 59m highway drive covering 58.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and US Highway 87 East. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.6 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 11 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 55.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US Highway 87 East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near I 90 Business / 1st Avenue North.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (I 90 Business / 1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90 Business; US 87 / US Highway 87 East): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 90 Business; US 87): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 90 Business / 1st Avenue North
At end of road, turn right onto I 90 Business / 1st Avenue North
Navigation decision point
3
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 90 Business; US 87 / US Highway 87 East
Turn right onto I 90 Business; US 87 / US Highway 87 East
Navigation decision point
3
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 90 Business; US 87
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 87
Navigation decision point
5
6 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 90; US 87; US 212
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90; US 87; US 212 toward I 90 East: Sheridan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 East: Sheridan
5
58.5 mi into trip
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~57m in
Take the exit toward Crow Agency, Baaxuwuaashe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Crow Agency, Baaxuwuaashe
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 55.6 mi | 52m |
| US Highway 87 East | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue North | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Montana Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 18th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Makawasha Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 55.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Billings, MT and Crow Agency, MT.
1
Start on I 90 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Montana Avenue
2
Turn left onto I 90 Business
420 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 18th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto I 90 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue North
4
Continue on 1st Avenue North
275 ft
·
8 sec
·
1st Avenue North
5
Turn right onto I 90 Business; US 87
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 87 East
6
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 87
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 90 Business; US 87
7
Continue on I 90; US 87; US 212
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 90; US 87; US 212
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 90; US 87; US 212
52 mi
·
49 min
·
I 90; US 87; US 212
Toward I 90 East: Sheridan
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward Crow Agency, Baaxuwuaashe
10
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Makawasha Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.4 miles from Billings, MT, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 58.9 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.4 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crow Agency, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Billings, 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 Billings, MT
This is one driving day of about 58.9 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Billings, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Billings, MT · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 58.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Billings, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crow Agency, MT
The final approach into Crow Agency, 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 Crow Agency, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.33 one way
$18.67 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $9.81 | $19.62 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.09 | $26.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.83 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Crow Agency, MT
Evening in Crow Agency on Sunday
Local time
7:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Billings, MT to Crow Agency, MT covers 58.9 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, US Highway 87 East, 1st Avenue North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Billings, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (I 90 Business / 1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90 Business; US 87 / US Highway 87 East): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 90 Business; US 87): Navigation decision point.
The route from Billings, MT to Crow Agency, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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