Origin
Glasgow, MT
Late night in Glasgow on Friday
Local time
1:40 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
158.9 mi
256 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glasgow, MT
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Havre, MT
Shashank Brahmavar
Trip Overview
The drive from Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT covers 158.9 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 1st Street East, Lewis and Clark Trail, Highway 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.1 miles on North 1st Street East. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.18 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
79.4 miles from Glasgow, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 158.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 2m drive with frequent turns across 158.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 1st Street East is the longest continuous segment at about 89.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / 1st Avenue North.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT is easy. At 3h 2m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / 1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 158.4 miles (1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 158.8 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2 / 1st Avenue North
Turn left onto US 2 / 1st Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
158.4 mi into trip
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~3h 1m in
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1st Avenue
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
158.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
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5th Street
Turn right onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
158.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
|
Montana Avenue
Turn right onto Montana Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 1st Street East | 89.1 mi | 1h 41m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | 40.3 mi | 46m |
| Highway 2 | 28.9 mi | 32m |
| 1st Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Montana Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North 1st Street East
— 89.1 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glasgow, MT and Havre, MT.
1
Start on MT 42
38 ft
·
7 sec
·
6th Street North
2
Turn left onto US 2
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
1st Avenue North
3
Continue on US 2
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Highway 2
4
Continue on US 2
40 mi
·
46 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
5
Continue on US 2
89 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
North 1st Street East
6
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue
7
Turn right onto 5th Street
421 ft
·
20 sec
·
5th Street
8
Turn right onto Montana Avenue
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
Montana Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
Montana Avenue
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 79.4 miles from Glasgow, MT, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.1 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 35 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.4 miles or 1h 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 2h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Havre, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Glasgow, 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 Glasgow, MT
This is one driving day of about 158.9 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Glasgow, 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 North 1st Street East for about 89.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.4 mi from Glasgow, MT · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.4 miles from Glasgow, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North 1st Street East if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.1 miles.
Arriving in Havre, MT
The final approach into Havre, 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 Havre, 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
$25.18 one way
$50.36 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $26.39 | $52.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $28.35 | $56.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.08 | $70.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.68 | $7.63 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.6 | 0 | $22.25 | $10.17 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Havre, MT
Late night in Havre on Friday
Local time
1:40 AM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Malta, MT
79 mi in
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
4 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 2m 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 Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT covers 158.9 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 1st Street East, Lewis and Clark Trail, Highway 2. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.4 miles from Glasgow, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.18 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.
The drive from Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT is easy. At 3h 2m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / 1st Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 158.4 miles (1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 158.8 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Glasgow, MT to Havre, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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