Trip from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

101.7 mi

164 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min

4 AM

1h 29m ★

6 AM

1h 36m

8 AM

1h 51m

10 AM

1h 41m

12 PM

1h 40m

3 PM

1h 42m

5 PM

1h 50m

8 PM

1h 32m

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

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Trip Overview

Stretching 101.7 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Forsyth to Billings is a straightforward journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes to complete. You can easily manage this as a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stop to reach your destination. Budgeting about $14 for fuel will cover your transit costs between these two Montana towns. Navigating this route involves a combination of North 10th Avenue, Main Street, and I-90. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive makes it a practical choice for your itinerary.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

50.9 miles from Forsyth, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way out of Forsyth toward the interstate. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route demands your attention with its mix of local roads and connecting infrastructure. You will find that the highway share is 0% for the initial local segments, meaning you should be prepared for more frequent adjustments behind the wheel. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on North 10th Avenue is 0 miles, the road keeps you engaged with constant transitions. The character of the path shifts as you move from local streets onto the main transit arteries, providing a functional rather than purely scenic experience.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

North 10th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
North 10th Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
Main Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 90	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 87 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
1st Avenue North	Unavailable	Refreshing
North 25th Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Montana Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: North 10th Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth, MT and Billings, MT.

1

Start on the route

82 ft · 12 sec · the route

2

Turn left onto North 10th Avenue

151 ft · 9 sec · North 10th Avenue

3

Turn right onto Main Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street

4

Turn sharp left

0.3 mi · 26 sec

5

Take the ramp right

0.3 mi · 40 sec

6

Merge slight left

93 mi · 1 hr 37 min

7

Merge slight left

2.8 mi · 3 min

8

Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, US 87 North: Lockwood, Roundup

0.3 mi · 36 sec · I 90 Business, US 87 North: Lockwood, Roundup

9

Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 East

1.2 mi · 1 min · US Highway 87 East

10

At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Avenue North

1.2 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue North

11

Turn left onto North 25th Street

374 ft · 16 sec · North 25th Street

12

Turn left onto Montana Avenue

167 ft · 6 sec · Montana Avenue

13

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about complex pacing or overnight logistics. Keep in mind that with zero planned stops, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out to avoid any mid-trip interruptions. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, stay alert during the initial segments before you merge onto I-90. Planning for a quick, direct run will save you time, as there are no mandated stops along the way. Use the 1 hour and 36 minute duration as a reliable baseline for your planning, but allow for extra time if you encounter local traffic during your departure.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from Forsyth, MT, or about 48m into the drive.

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 15m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.9 miles or 48m 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 18m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Forsyth, 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 Forsyth, MT

This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forsyth, MT.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 50.9 mi from Forsyth, MT · 48m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hardin, MT

51 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

Lockwood, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hardin, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.9 miles from Forsyth, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Billings, MT

The final approach into Billings, 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 Billings, 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

$16.12 one way

$32.23 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.23	$16.94	$33.88
premium	$4.53	$18.13	$36.27
diesel	$5.64	$22.59	$45.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.5	$10.68	$4.88
Efficient EV	25.4	$8.90	$4.07
EV Truck/SUV	40.7	$14.24	$6.51

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Forsyth, MT

Evening in Forsyth on Sunday

Local time

7:31 PM

MDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Billings, MT

Evening in Billings on Sunday

Local time

7:31 PM

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

6 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

1h 36m 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 Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT covers 101.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are North 10th Avenue, Main Street, I 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 50.9 miles from Forsyth, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

The drive from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT is easy. At 1h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Forsyth, MT to Billings, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.