Origin
Bozeman, MT
Evening in Bozeman on Sunday
Local time
5:19 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bozeman, MT to Conrad, MT
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
242.9 mi
391 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
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6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bozeman, MT
John De Leon
Conrad, MT
Guillermo Berlin
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bozeman to Conrad covers 242.9 miles of Montana terrain, typically requiring about 4 hours and 9 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Your route will take you along I-90 Business, Highway 287, and the First Special Service Force Memorial Highway. You should budget approximately $38 for fuel to complete the trip. Since both the origin and destination sit within the Mountain West, you can expect a consistent regional feel as you traverse the state. This drive works best as a straightforward, one-day transit that keeps you moving through the heart of Montana.
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
121.5 miles from Bozeman, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local stretches with longer highway segments. With 39% of your journey spent on highways, you will encounter transitions between different road types as you navigate the 242.9-mile distance. Prepare for a significant stretch of open road, as the First Special Service Force Memorial Highway accounts for your longest uninterrupted segment at 145.2 miles. You will experience a variety of road conditions that require steady focus, moving away from urban business routes into more open corridors. The character of the drive shifts from the immediate surroundings of Bozeman to the more expansive stretches leading toward Conrad.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 145.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,340 ft
3,863 ft
Total Climb
477 ft
Total Descent
826 ft
Highest Point
4,340 ft
~81 mi in
Elevation Range
477 ft
Notable High Points
4,340 ft at ~81 miles
+430 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near West Peach Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West Peach Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.7 miles (US 287 / Highway 287): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Peach Street
Turn left onto West Peach Street
Navigation decision point
5
33.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
5
33.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
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US 287 / Highway 287
Turn right onto US 287 / Highway 287
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
96.3 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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I 15; US 287 / First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; US 287 / First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
241.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
|
I 15 Business
Turn sharp left onto I 15 Business
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bozeman, MT to Conrad, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Ennis along the way.
Ennis
33.4 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Special Service Force Memorial Highway | 145.2 mi | 2h 19m |
| Highway 287 | 62.2 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 90 Business | 31.8 mi | 32m |
| I 15 Business | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Willson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 287 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Peach Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
— 145.2 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bozeman, MT and Conrad, MT.
1
Start on North Willson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Willson Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Peach Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Peach Street
3
Turn right onto I 90 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Avenue
4
Turn left onto I 90 Business
32 mi
·
32 min
·
I 90 Business
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
6
Turn right onto US 287
62 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Highway 287
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 287
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
US 287
Toward I 15 North: Great Falls
8
Merge onto I 15; US 287
145 mi
·
2 hr 19 min
·
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
10
Turn sharp left onto I 15 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 15 Business
11
Arrive at destination
I 15 Business
Trip Plan
For a smooth experience, plan your departure to account for the total 4-hour and 9-minute travel time. Since the itinerary includes only one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs, especially given the long 145.2-mile stretch on the First Special Service Force Memorial Highway. Keep your $38 fuel budget in mind as you monitor your gauge during that primary highway section. Because the route is a single-day commitment, you have the flexibility to adjust your start time based on traffic or personal preference. Always check your vehicle before heading out, as the length of the longest stretch demands reliable performance for several hours of continuous driving.
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 121.5 miles from Bozeman, MT, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.2 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.5 miles or 2h 12m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conrad, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bozeman, 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 Bozeman, MT
This is one driving day of about 242.9 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bozeman, 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 First Special Service Force Memorial Highway for about 145.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 121.5 mi from Bozeman, MT · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.5 miles from Bozeman, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before First Special Service Force Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.2 miles.
Arriving in Conrad, MT
The final approach into Conrad, 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 Conrad, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.49 one way
$76.98 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $40.46 | $80.92 |
| premium | $4.53 | $43.31 | $86.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $53.96 | $107.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.50 | $11.66 |
| Efficient EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.01 | $15.55 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Conrad, MT
Evening in Conrad on Sunday
Local time
5:19 PM
MDT
Current temp
30°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
4 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
4h 9m 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 Bozeman, MT to Conrad, MT covers 242.9 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are First Special Service Force Memorial Highway, Highway 287, I 90 Business. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.5 miles from Bozeman, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.49 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 9m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West Peach Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.7 miles (US 287 / Highway 287): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bozeman, MT to Conrad, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Ennis along the way.
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