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Trip from Libby, MT to Belgrade, MT

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

7h 5m

Distance

387.9 mi

624 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

Fair

5 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
6h 54m ★
6 AM
7h 6m
8 AM
7h 28m
10 AM
7h 13m
12 PM
7h 11m
3 PM
7h 14m
5 PM
7h 27m
8 PM
6h 59m

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

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Libby, MT

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Belgrade, MT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Libby, MT to Belgrade, MT covers 387.9 miles and takes about 7h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on MT 83, Minnesota Avenue, I 15 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 $61.47 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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

193.9 miles from Libby, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 46m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 5m. Total distance: 387.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 7h 5m highway drive covering 387.9 miles, with most of the trip on MT 83 and Minnesota Avenue. 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 33 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 Minnesota Avenue. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 87.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 387.9 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 87.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 92.8 miles (Rocky Cliff Drive): Navigation decision point; at 103.3 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
87.2 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward US 93 ALT

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 93 ALT
5
92.8 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | Rocky Cliff Drive

At end of road, turn right onto Rocky Cliff Drive

Navigation decision point

6
103.3 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | MT 35

Turn right onto MT 35

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
103.7 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | MT 83

Turn left onto MT 83

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
310.5 mi into trip | ~5h 47m in | I 15; I 90

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MT 83 91.1 mi 1h 43m
Minnesota Avenue 85.3 mi 1h 35m
I 15 75.3 mi 1h 14m
I 90 45 mi 42m
State Highway 141 32.5 mi 35m
MT 200 23.8 mi 25m
US 12 12.9 mi 14m
MT 82 6.9 mi 8m
Longest stretch: MT 83 — 91.1 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Libby, MT and Belgrade, MT.

1

Start on US 2

0.4 mi · 1 min · West 9th Street
2

Continue on US 2

85 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Minnesota Avenue
3

Enter roundabout onto US 2

103 ft · 1 sec · West Idaho Street
4

Continue on US 2

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Idaho Street
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward US 93 ALT
6

Merge onto US 93 ALT

2.4 mi · 3 min · Kalispell Bypass
7

Enter roundabout onto US 93 ALT

159 ft · 2 sec · Kalispell Bypass
8

Continue on US 93 ALT

1.0 mi · 1 min · Kalispell Bypass
9

Enter roundabout onto US 93 ALT

154 ft · 1 sec · Kalispell Bypass
10

Continue on US 93 ALT

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Kalispell Bypass
11

Turn right onto US 93

0.4 mi · 32 sec · US 93 South
12

Turn left onto Snowline Lane

1.0 mi · 3 min · Snowline Lane
13

Turn right onto Demersville Road

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Demersville Road
14

At end of road, turn right onto Rocky Cliff Drive

292 ft · 19 sec · Rocky Cliff Drive
15

Turn left onto US 93

3.6 mi · 4 min · US 93 South
16

Turn left onto MT 82

6.9 mi · 8 min · MT 82
17

Turn right onto MT 35

0.3 mi · 36 sec · MT 35
Use the straight lane.
18

Turn left onto MT 83

91 mi · 1 hr 43 min · MT 83
Use the left lane.
19

Turn left onto MT 200

24 mi · 25 min · MT 200
20

Turn right onto MT 141

32 mi · 35 min · State Highway 141
21

Turn sharp right onto US 12

13 mi · 14 min · US 12
22

Turn left

0.5 mi · 42 sec
23

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 13 sec · this road
24

Take the ramp

0.9 mi · 1 min
25

Merge onto I 90

45 mi · 42 min · I 90
26

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

75 mi · 1 hr 14 min · I 15; I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward MT 291, MT 85: Belgrade, West Yellowstone
28

Turn left onto Amsterdam Road

0.8 mi · 57 sec · Amsterdam Road
29

Turn left onto MT 85

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Jackrabbit Lane
30

Turn right onto West Madison Avenue

0.2 mi · 22 sec · West Madison Avenue
31

Turn slight left onto South Broadway

0.3 mi · 54 sec · South Broadway
32

Turn right onto MT 205

83 ft · 2 sec · East Main Street
33

Arrive at destination

MT 205

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 193.9 miles from Libby, MT, or about 3h 46m 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 85 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 193.9 miles or 3h 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 4m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Libby, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Libby, MT

This is one driving day of about 387.9 miles and 7h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Libby, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks 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 193.9 mi from Libby, MT · 3h 46m into the drive

county seat of Missoula County, Montana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Missoula, MT

194 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

Kalispell, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Missoula, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 193.9 miles from Libby, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before MT 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.1 miles.

Arriving in Belgrade, MT

The final approach into Belgrade, 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 Belgrade, MT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Belgrade, Montana

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 387.9

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14063880016

Visit website

Copper Horse Restaurant - Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Belgrade, Montana

0.8 mi

Echo Lake Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bigfork, Montana

3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Revamped Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 387.9

Hours: 6 am–3:30 pm

+14069200386

Visit website

Reel Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

0.8 mi

Bourbon Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

1 mi

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14063880016

Visit website

Copper Horse Restaurant - Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+14063168129

Visit website

Echo Lake Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.8

Bigfork, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+14068371000

Visit website

Sesame Wok

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Deer Lodge, Montana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+14068464035

Chinese Thai Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Deer Lodge, Montana

+13473033403

Pocketstone Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.8

Bigfork, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+14068377223

Visit website

Chinatown Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.1

Kalispell, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14067552401

Visit website

Gallatin River Lodge and Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 387.9

Bozeman, Montana

+14063880148

Visit website

Revamped Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 6 am–3:30 pm

+14069200386

Visit website

Reel Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Bourbon Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 5:30 am–1 pm

Cafe utopia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.1

Kalispell, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+14063001281

Wildflower Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

Skald Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 110.8

Bigfork, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14069827845

Visit website

Bigfork Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 110.8

Bigfork, Montana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+14064202238

Visit website

ZEF Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Libby, Montana

+16126884596

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 387.9

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14063887684

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 304.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 304.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 277

Deer Lodge, Montana

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+14068462070

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.47 one way

$122.94 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 136 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $64.43 $128.86
premium $4.53 $69.20 $138.39
diesel $5.61 $85.64 $171.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$61

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 135.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

Tesla Supercharger

Belgrade, Montana

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Butte, Montana

Tesla

1 DCFC

ZEF Charging Station

Libby, Montana

Other

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Butte, Montana

Electrify America

1 DCFC

EV Charging Station

Belgrade, Montana

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla: 2 Other: 2 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 116.4 1 $40.73 $18.62
Efficient EV 97 1 $33.94 $15.52
EV Truck/SUV 155.2 1 $54.31 $24.83

Gas CO2

136 kg

EV CO2

45 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Libby, MT

Late night in Libby on Friday

Local time

12:23 AM

MDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belgrade, MT

Late night in Belgrade on Friday

Local time

12:23 AM

MDT

Current temp

66°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

4 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

7h 5m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Libby, MT to Belgrade, MT covers 387.9 miles and takes about 7h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MT 83, Minnesota Avenue, I 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 193.9 miles from Libby, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.47 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 387.9 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 87.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 92.8 miles (Rocky Cliff Drive): Navigation decision point; at 103.3 miles (MT 35): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Libby, MT to Belgrade, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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