Origin
Kalispell, MT
Morning in Kalispell on Thursday
Local time
10:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
206.4 mi
332 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
★
6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kalispell, MT
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Clancy, MT
Rafael Minguet Delgado
Trip Overview
The drive from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT covers 206.4 miles and takes about 4h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 1st Avenue East, US 93 South, Snowline Lane for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.2 miles from Kalispell, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 206.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 1m drive with frequent turns across 206.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Avenue East 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
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 4h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue East | — | — |
| US 93 South | — | — |
| Snowline Lane | — | — |
| Demersville Road | — | — |
| Rocky Cliff Drive | — | — |
| Highway 141 | — | — |
| West Lyndale Avenue | — | — |
| North Last Chance Gulch Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
1st Avenue East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalispell, MT and Clancy, MT.
1
Start on 3rd Street West
427 ft
·
16 sec
·
3rd Street West
2
Turn right onto 1st Avenue East
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Avenue East
3
Turn left onto US 93 South
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 93 South
4
Turn left onto Snowline Lane
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Snowline Lane
5
Turn right onto Demersville Road
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Demersville Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Rocky Cliff Drive
292 ft
·
20 sec
·
Rocky Cliff Drive
7
Turn left onto US 93 South
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 93 South
8
Turn left
6.9 mi
·
8 min
9
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
10
Turn left
91 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
11
Turn left
24 mi
·
25 min
12
Turn right onto State Highway 141
32 mi
·
35 min
·
State Highway 141
13
Turn left
30 mi
·
35 min
14
Continue on West Lyndale Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lyndale Avenue
15
Turn left onto North Last Chance Gulch Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Last Chance Gulch Street
16
Keep slight right to continue on North Last Chance Gulch Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Last Chance Gulch Street
17
Continue on Cedar Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Street
18
Take the ramp slight right toward Butte
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Butte
19
Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
11 mi
·
10 min
·
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
20
Take the exit slight right toward Clancy
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Clancy
21
Turn right onto Railroad Way
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Railroad Way
22
Continue on East Clancy Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Clancy Street
23
Turn right onto North Main Street
148 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
24
Arrive at your destination
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 103.2 miles from Kalispell, MT, or about 2h 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.2 miles or 2h 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clancy, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kalispell, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Kalispell, MT
This is one driving day of about 206.4 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Kalispell, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.2 mi from Kalispell, MT · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.2 miles from Kalispell, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clancy, MT
The final approach into Clancy, 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 Clancy, 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
$32.71 one way
$65.41 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $34.28 | $68.57 |
| premium | $4.53 | $36.82 | $73.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.57 | $91.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.9 | 0 | $21.67 | $9.91 |
| Efficient EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.06 | $8.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.6 | 1 | $28.90 | $13.21 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Clancy, MT
Morning in Clancy on Thursday
Local time
10:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
42°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
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT covers 206.4 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Avenue East, US 93 South, Snowline Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.2 miles from Kalispell, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.71 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kalispell, MT to Clancy, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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