Origin
Evergreen, MT
Morning in Evergreen on Saturday
Local time
11:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
97.7 mi
157 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evergreen, MT
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Browning, MT
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Evergreen, MT to Browning, MT is 97.7 miles and takes about 1h 55m via US Route 2, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Montana, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. It’s a straightforward drive, primarily on a major highway, making it an easy day trip. You'll experience a highway-focused journey, perfect if you want to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of detours. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.8 miles from Evergreen, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 97.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
This route is nearly all highway, with a 99% highway share, suggesting a consistent driving experience. You'll encounter an 80.1-mile stretch on US Route 2, which forms the bulk of your journey. Expect a profile that is largely highway-focused, meaning you'll likely be on well-maintained, higher-speed roads for most of the 1 hour and 55-minute drive. The roads primarily include US Route 2, MT 206, and MT 35, indicating a clear and direct path.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Route 2 and MT 206. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Helena Flats Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Evergreen, MT to Browning, MT is easy. At 1h 55m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Helena Flats Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (MT 206): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Helena Flats Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MT 35
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto MT 206
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto US 2
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 89
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Route 2 | 80.1 mi | 1h 30m |
| MT 206 | 9.7 mi | 12m |
| MT 35 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| US 2 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Evergreen Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Helena Flats Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Piegan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| La Salle Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, MT and Browning, MT.
Start on US 2
Turn right onto East Evergreen Drive
Turn right onto Helena Flats Road
Turn left onto MT 35
Continue on MT 35
Turn left onto MT 206
At end of road, turn right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 89
Continue on US 2; US 89
Turn left onto North Piegan Street
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of under two hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, giving you flexibility. You can leave Evergreen, MT, anytime and still comfortably reach Browning, MT, before dark. Given the relatively short distance and low fuel cost of around $15, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops. The longest stretch is over 80 miles on US Route 2, so plan for a single, brief stop if you like to stretch your legs about midway. Since there are no designated stops in the data, pack snacks and drinks to ensure comfort.
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.
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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.8 miles or 59m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Browning, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Evergreen, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Evergreen, MT
This is one driving day of about 97.7 miles and 1h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.8 mi from Evergreen, MT · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.8 miles from Evergreen, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Route 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.1 miles.
The final approach into Browning, 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.
Regular Gas
$15.48 one way
$30.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $17.43 | $34.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.57 | $43.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
| Efficient EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Evergreen on Saturday
Local time
11:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Browning on Saturday
Local time
11:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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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