Origin
Clancy, MT
Morning in Clancy on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clancy, MT to Bozeman, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
102.4 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clancy, MT
Rafael Minguet Delgado
Bozeman, MT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Clancy, MT to Bozeman, MT covers 102.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m 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 12, US 287 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.6 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.23 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.
Midpoint
51.2 miles from Clancy, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 102.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 53m highway drive covering 102.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and US 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.6 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 22 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 31.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Clancy Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Clancy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Clancy Street
Turn left onto East Clancy Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
5.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward MT 518: Montana City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward MT 518: Montana City
4
6.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
S 518 / Montana Highway 518
Turn right onto S 518 / Montana Highway 518
Navigation decision point
6
68.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Billings
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 East: Billings
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 31.6 mi | 31m |
| US 12 | 30.7 mi | 34m |
| US 287 | 27.6 mi | 29m |
| I 15 | 5 mi | 4m |
| Montana Highway 518 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Montana Route 518 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Willson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 31.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clancy, MT and Bozeman, MT.
1
Start on North Main Street
149 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Clancy Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Clancy Street
3
Continue on Railroad Way
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Railroad Way
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge onto I 15
5.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 15
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 187
Toward MT 518: Montana City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto S 518
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Montana Highway 518
8
Continue on S 518
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Montana Route 518
9
Turn right onto US 12; US 287
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 12; US 287
10
Continue on US 12; US 287
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 12; US 287
11
Continue on US 12; US 287
30 mi
·
34 min
·
US 12; US 287
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 287
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 287
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 287
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 287
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 287
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 287
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 287
23 mi
·
24 min
·
US 287
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 90 East: Billings
17
Merge onto I 90
32 mi
·
31 min
·
I 90
18
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward North 7th Avenue
19
Turn right onto I 90 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Avenue
20
Turn left onto West Peach Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Peach Street
21
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Willson Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
North Willson 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 51.2 miles from Clancy, MT, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.6 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 23 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bozeman, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Clancy, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clancy, MT
This is one driving day of about 102.4 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Clancy, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 31.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.2 mi from Clancy, MT · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.2 miles from Clancy, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bozeman, MT
The final approach into Bozeman, MT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.23 one way
$32.45 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $17.01 | $34.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $18.27 | $36.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.61 | $45.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.75 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.34 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Bozeman, MT
Morning in Bozeman on Saturday
Local time
6:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Townsend, MT
51 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
22 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
1h 53m 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 Clancy, MT to Bozeman, MT covers 102.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, US 12, US 287. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from Clancy, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.23 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Clancy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clancy, MT to Bozeman, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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