Origin
Denton, MT
Late night in Denton on Friday
Local time
5:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denton, MT to Giltedge, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, MT
John De Leon
Giltedge, MT
Nici Gottstein
Trip Overview
This 56.8-mile drive from Denton to Giltedge, Montana, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes. You'll primarily be on Broadway Street and US Highways 87 and 191, with about 32% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9. This mixed drive offers a straightforward way to travel within the Mountain West region. Given its short duration, it allows for a flexible schedule, whether you're heading out early or later in the day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
28.4 miles from Denton, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Denton to Giltedge presents a mixed driving profile, with a notable 32% spent on highways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of 29.1 miles on Broadway Street, indicating a significant portion of the route follows this road before transitioning. The overall feel is likely a blend of potentially faster highway sections and more local road driving as you progress through the Montana landscape. Expect a varied driving experience that isn't a monotonous interstate journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway Street is the longest continuous segment at about 29.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 29.1 miles in near US 191 / US Highway 191.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Denton, MT to Giltedge, MT is easy. At 1h 47m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles (US 191 / US Highway 191): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles (US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street): 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
29.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 191 / US Highway 191
At end of road, turn right onto US 191 / US Highway 191
Navigation decision point
4
38.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
1st Avenue North
At end of road, turn left onto 1st Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
38.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
At end of road, turn left
Navigation decision point
4
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Street | 29.1 mi | 51m |
| US Highway 87 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| US Highway 191 | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| Stillman Road | 3.6 mi | 14m |
| Gilt Edge Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Kendall Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Broadway Street
— 29.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denton, MT and Giltedge, MT.
1
Start on Kierstead Street
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
Kierstead Street
2
Turn left onto MT 81
29 mi
·
51 min
·
Broadway Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 191
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 191
4
Continue on US 191
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kendall Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto 1st Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
1st Avenue North
6
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on US 87; MT 200
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Main Street
8
Continue on US 87; MT 200
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US Highway 87
9
Turn slight left onto Stillman Road
3.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Stillman Road
10
At end of road, turn left
0.9 mi
·
3 min
11
Continue on Gilt Edge Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Gilt Edge Road
12
Turn left
342 ft
·
15 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under two hours, this route offers considerable flexibility for your departure time. You won't need to split this drive, so consider leaving when it best suits your schedule. The estimated fuel cost of $9 means you can likely complete the trip without needing to refuel, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to signage when transitioning between Broadway Street and US Highway 87/191, as this is where the longest uninterrupted stretch concludes and the road character may change.
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 28.4 miles from Denton, MT, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.1 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 12 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.4 miles or 50m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Giltedge, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Denton, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Denton, MT
This is one driving day of about 56.8 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Denton, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Broadway Street for about 29.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Denton, MT · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Denton, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Giltedge, MT
The final approach into Giltedge, 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
$9.00 one way
$18.00 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.43 | $18.87 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
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: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Giltedge, MT
Late night in Giltedge on Friday
Local time
5:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Lewistown, MT
28 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
16 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
1h 47m 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 Denton, MT to Giltedge, MT covers 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway Street, US Highway 87, US Highway 191. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.4 miles from Denton, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.00 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.
The drive from Denton, MT to Giltedge, MT is easy. At 1h 47m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles (US 191 / US Highway 191): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles (US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Denton, MT to Giltedge, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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