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Trip from Evergreen, MT to Fort Benton, MT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 56m

Distance

254.7 mi

410 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 43m ★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Evergreen, MT

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city in and county seat of Chouteau County, Montana, United States

Fort Benton, MT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Evergreen, MT to Fort Benton, MT covers 254.7 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US Route 2, US 2, MT 223 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.1 miles on US Route 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.36 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

127.3 miles from Evergreen, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 254.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 56m highway drive covering 254.7 miles, with most of the trip on US Route 2 and US 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 80.1 miles on US Route 2.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Route 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 80.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Route 2 and US 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near MT 35.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (MT 206): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles (US 2): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | MT 35

Turn left onto MT 35

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
5.6 mi into trip | ~8m in | MT 206

Turn left onto MT 206

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
15.3 mi into trip | ~20m in | US 2

At end of road, turn right onto US 2

Navigation decision point

5
254.1 mi into trip | ~4h 54m in | 12th Street

Turn right onto 12th Street

Navigation decision point

5
254.6 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Route 2 80.1 mi 1h 30m
US 2 60.3 mi 1h 12m
MT 223 52.3 mi 56m
Roosevelt Highway 41.6 mi 45m
MT 206 9.7 mi 12m
MT 35 4.4 mi 5m
US 87 1.6 mi 1m
MT 386 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US Route 2 — 80.1 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, MT and Fort Benton, MT.

1

Start on US 2

26 ft · 3 sec · La Salle Road
2

Turn right onto East Evergreen Drive

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Evergreen Drive
3

Turn right onto Helena Flats Road

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Helena Flats Road
4

Turn left onto MT 35

1.1 mi · 1 min · MT 35
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on MT 35

3.3 mi · 4 min · MT 35
6

Turn left onto MT 206

9.7 mi · 12 min · MT 206
Use the left lane.
7

At end of road, turn right onto US 2

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 2
8

Continue on US 2

80 mi · 1 hr 30 min · US Route 2
9

Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 89

24 ft · 0 sec · US 2; US 89
10

Continue on US 2; US 89

3.7 mi · 6 min · US 2; US 89
11

Turn straight onto US 2; US 89

55 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 2; US 89
12

Continue on I 15 Bus; US 2

453 ft · 17 sec · 5th Avenue North
13

Turn left onto I 15 Bus; US 2

0.8 mi · 2 min · Main Street
14

Continue on US 2

42 mi · 45 min · Roosevelt Highway
15

Turn right onto MT 223

0.5 mi · 56 sec · 5th Street West
16

Continue on MT 223

52 mi · 56 min · MT 223
17

Turn right onto US 87

1.6 mi · 1 min · US 87
18

Turn left onto MT 386

1.4 mi · 2 min · MT 386
19

Continue on MT 386

383 ft · 13 sec · Saint Charles Street
20

Turn right onto 12th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 12th Street
21

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Main Street
22

Turn right

272 ft · 20 sec
23

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 127.3 miles from Evergreen, MT, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.1 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 56 miles or 1h 7m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 127.3 miles or 2h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Benton, MT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Evergreen, 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 Evergreen, MT

This is one driving day of about 254.7 miles and 4h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Evergreen, 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 US Route 2 for about 80.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 127.3 mi from Evergreen, MT · 2h 31m into the drive

census designated place in Flathead County, Montana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bigfork, MT

127 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

Columbia Falls, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cut Bank, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.3 miles from Evergreen, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US Route 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.1 miles.

Arriving in Fort Benton, MT

The final approach into Fort Benton, 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 Fort Benton, MT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park

National Park

A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in huma...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour $35 near mile 35.1
Park Closure: Going-to-the-Sun Road Seasonal Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.36 one way

$80.72 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $42.31 $84.61
premium $4.53 $45.43 $90.87
diesel $5.61 $56.23 $112.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.4 0 $26.74 $12.23
Efficient EV 63.7 0 $22.29 $10.19
EV Truck/SUV 101.9 1 $35.66 $16.30

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Evergreen, MT

Morning in Evergreen on Saturday

Local time

8:16 AM

MDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Benton, MT

Morning in Fort Benton on Saturday

Local time

8:16 AM

MDT

Current temp

74°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

13 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

4h 56m 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 Evergreen, MT to Fort Benton, MT covers 254.7 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US Route 2, US 2, MT 223. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 127.3 miles from Evergreen, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.36 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 56m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (MT 206): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles (US 2): Navigation decision point.

The route from Evergreen, MT to Fort Benton, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Glacier National Park.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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