The drive from Evergreen, MT to Warm Springs, MT covers 203.9 miles and takes about 3h 47m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MT 83, State Highway 141, I 90 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 91.1 miles on MT 83.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.31 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
102 miles from Evergreen, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 203.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 47m highway drive covering 203.9 miles, with most of the trip on MT 83 and State Highway 141. The longest continuous stretch is about 91.1 miles on MT 83.
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.
MT 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MT 83 and State Highway 141. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Helena Flats Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 47m drive. You will face about 11 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 17 miles (MT 83): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1 mi into trip|~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.
5
17 mi into trip|~21m in|MT 83
Turn left onto MT 83
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
164.4 mi into trip|~3h 6m in|US 12
Turn sharp right onto US 12
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
203.6 mi into trip|~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
MT 83
91.1 mi
1h 43m
State Highway 141
32.5 mi
35m
I 90
24.7 mi
23m
MT 200
23.8 mi
25m
MT 35
15.9 mi
18m
US 12
12.9 mi
14m
East Evergreen Drive
1 mi
2m
Helena Flats Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
MT 83
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, MT and Warm Springs, 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
15 mi·17 min·MT 35
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto MT 83
91 mi·1 hr 43 min·MT 83
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto MT 200
24 mi·25 min·MT 200
8
Turn right onto MT 141
32 mi·35 min·State Highway 141
9
Turn sharp right onto US 12
13 mi·14 min·US 12
10
Turn left
0.5 mi·42 sec
11
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·13 sec·this road
12
Take the ramp
0.9 mi·1 min
13
Merge onto I 90
25 mi·23 min·I 90
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
15
Turn right onto MT 48
83 ft·1 sec·Gas City Road
16
Arrive at destination
MT 48
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 102 miles from Evergreen, MT, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 45 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102 miles or 1h 58m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warm Springs, 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 203.9 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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 MT 83 for about 91.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102 mi from Evergreen, MT
· 1h 58m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.31 one way
$64.62 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$33.87
$67.74
premium
$4.53
$36.37
$72.75
diesel
$5.61
$45.02
$90.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
TurnOnGreen Charging Station
Kalispell, Montana
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Kalispell, Montana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Kalispell, Montana
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Kalispell, Montana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Kalispell, Montana
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Kalispell, Montana
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 2
Other: 1
Tesla: 1
EV Connect: 1
Tesla Destination: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.2
0
$21.41
$9.79
Efficient EV
51
0
$17.84
$8.16
EV Truck/SUV
81.6
1
$28.55
$13.05
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Evergreen, MT
Morning
in Evergreen on Friday
Local time
9:28 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Warm Springs, MT
Morning
in Warm Springs on Friday
Local time
9:28 AM
MDT
Current temp
40°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
21 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 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 Evergreen, MT to Warm Springs, MT covers 203.9 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MT 83, State Highway 141, I 90. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102 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 $32.31 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 47m drive. You will face about 11 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 17 miles (MT 83): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Evergreen, MT to Warm Springs, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
