Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
296.1 mi
476 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
The drive from Laurel, MT to Glasgow, MT covers 296.1 miles and takes about 6h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 191, US 87, Roundup Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.9 miles on US 191. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.92 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
148 miles from Laurel, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
The drive from Laurel, MT to Glasgow, MT covers 296.1 miles and takes about 6h 30m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 6 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.7 miles (US 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto US 87
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto US 12; US 87 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 2 / North 1st Street East
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 191 | 90.9 mi | 2h 15m |
| US 87 | 47.9 mi | 1h 8m |
| Roundup Road | 44.4 mi | 48m |
| North 1st Street East | 40.8 mi | 47m |
| 1st Avenue North | 29 mi | 33m |
| MT 19 | 21.5 mi | 31m |
| US Highway 87 East | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel, MT and Glasgow, MT.
Start on US 310; MT S-532
Turn left
Take the exit
Turn left onto US Highway 87 East
Take the exit onto US 87
Turn slight left onto US 87
Turn left onto US 12; US 87
Turn slight left onto US 87
Continue on MT 19
Continue on US 191
Turn right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right onto MT 42
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glasgow, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Laurel, 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 Laurel, MT
This is one driving day of about 296.1 miles and 6h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 148 mi from Laurel, MT · 3h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
148 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 148 miles from Laurel, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 191 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
The final approach into Glasgow, 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 Glasgow, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$46.92 one way
$93.84 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $49.32 | $98.65 |
| premium | $4.53 | $52.80 | $105.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.78 | $131.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.8 | 1 | $31.09 | $14.21 |
| Efficient EV | 74 | 0 | $25.91 | $11.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 118.4 | 1 | $41.45 | $18.95 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Laurel on Saturday
Local time
4:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Glasgow on Saturday
Local time
4:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
30°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
32°F
Fort Belknap Agency, MT
148 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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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