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2h 42m
Distance
118.8 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
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Evergreen, MT
Shashank Brahmavar
Orchard Homes, MT
John De Leon
The drive from Evergreen, MT to Orchard Homes, MT covers 118.8 miles and takes about 2h 42m 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, North Reserve Street 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 $18.83 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
59.4 miles from Evergreen, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
This is a 2h 42m highway drive covering 118.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 93 and MT 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.6 miles on US 93.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,325 ft
Total Descent
1,096 ft
Highest Point
3,809 ft
~103.9 mi in
Elevation Range
886 ft
Notable High Points
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 93 and MT 35. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Evergreen Drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Evergreen, MT to Orchard Homes, MT is easy. At 2h 42m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Evergreen Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Helena Flats Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East Evergreen Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Helena Flats Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MT 35
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Missoula
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 93 toward US 93 South: Hamilton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 93 | 58.6 mi | 1h 11m |
| MT 35 | 49.4 mi | 1h 13m |
| North Reserve Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| East Evergreen Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| South 7th Street West | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Helena Flats Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, MT and Orchard Homes, 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
At end of road, turn left onto US 93
Continue on West Broadway Street
Continue on West Broadway Street
Take the exit
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 93
Turn right onto I 90 Bus; US 93
Turn right onto South 7th Street West
Arrive at destination
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 80 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.4 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orchard Homes, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Evergreen, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 118.8 miles and 2h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.4 mi from Evergreen, MT · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from Evergreen, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Orchard Homes, 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 Orchard Homes, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.83 one way
$37.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $19.79 | $39.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $21.18 | $42.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.39 | $52.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.47 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Evergreen on Sunday
Local time
6:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Evening in Orchard Homes on Sunday
Local time
6:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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