Origin
Evergreen, MT
Morning in Evergreen on Friday
Local time
7:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Evergreen, MT to Hamilton, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
164.1 mi
264 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 33m
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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Hamilton, MT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Evergreen, MT to Hamilton, MT covers 164.1 miles and takes about 3h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 93, MT 35, US Highway 93 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.6 miles on US 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.00 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.1 miles from Evergreen, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 164.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 40m highway drive covering 164.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 93 and MT 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.6 miles on US 93.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 93 and MT 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Helena Flats Road.
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 3h 40m drive. You will face about 10 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 miles (Helena Flats Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here; at 109.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
Helena Flats Road
Turn right onto Helena Flats Road
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MT 35
Turn left onto MT 35
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
109.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Missoula
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 East: Missoula
5
114.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
|
I 90 Bus; US 93 / North Reserve Street
Turn right onto I 90 Bus; US 93 / North Reserve Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
120.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
|
Brooks Street
Turn right onto Brooks Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 93 | 58.6 mi | 1h 11m |
| MT 35 | 49.4 mi | 1h 13m |
| US Highway 93 South | 40.1 mi | 51m |
| North Reserve Street | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Bitteroot Road | 3 mi | 3m |
| East Evergreen Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brooks Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 93
— 58.6 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, MT and Hamilton, 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
48 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
MT 35
Use the straight lane.
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 93
59 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 93
7
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Broadway Street
8
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Broadway Street
9
Take the exit
5.1 mi
·
5 min
Toward I 90 East: Missoula
10
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 93
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 90 Business; US 93
Toward US 93 South: Hamilton
11
Turn right onto I 90 Bus; US 93
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
North Reserve Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Brooks Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Brooks Street
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on US 12; US 93
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Bitteroot Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 12; US 93
40 mi
·
51 min
·
US Highway 93 South
15
Turn right onto S-531
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
S-531
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 82.1 miles from Evergreen, MT, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.6 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 36 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.1 miles or 1h 54m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, 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 164.1 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 93 for about 58.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.1 mi from Evergreen, MT · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.1 miles from Evergreen, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hamilton, MT
The final approach into Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.00 one way
$52.01 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $27.26 | $54.51 |
| premium | $4.53 | $29.27 | $58.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.23 | $72.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.23 | $7.88 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.6 | 0 | $22.97 | $10.50 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Hamilton, MT
Morning in Hamilton on Friday
Local time
7:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
18 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
3h 40m 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 Evergreen, MT to Hamilton, MT covers 164.1 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 93, MT 35, US Highway 93 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.1 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 $26.00 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 40m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 109.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Evergreen, MT to Hamilton, 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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