Origin
Lockwood, MT
Evening in Lockwood on Sunday
Local time
8:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
87.1 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
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6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lockwood, MT
Alex Moliski
Big Timber, MT
John De Leon
Trip Overview
The drive from Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT covers 87.1 miles and takes about 1h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, Big Timber Loop Road, I 90 Business for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 83.8 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.80 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.6 miles from Lockwood, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 31m highway drive covering 87.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and Big Timber Loop Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 83.8 miles on I 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
3,865 ft
3,219 ft
Total Climb
722 ft
Total Descent
75 ft
Highest Point
3,865 ft
~72.6 mi in
Elevation Range
647 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Big Timber Loop Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT is easy. At 1h 31m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 84.4 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
84.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
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I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward US 191, I 90 Business: Big Timber, Harlowton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 191, I 90 Business: Big Timber, Harlo...
3
84.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
I 90 Business / Big Timber Loop Road
Turn right onto I 90 Business / Big Timber Loop Road
Navigation decision point
5
87.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
McLeod Street
Turn right onto McLeod Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 83.8 mi | 1h 24m |
| Big Timber Loop Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| I 90 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Johnson Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| McLeod Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 83.8 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood, MT and Big Timber, MT.
1
Start on Johnson Lane
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Johnson Lane
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
3
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90; US 87; US 212
4
Continue on I 90; US 212
82 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 90; US 212
5
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward US 191, I 90 Business: Big Timber, Harlowton
6
Turn right onto I 90 Business
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Big Timber Loop Road
7
Turn straight onto I 90 Business; US 191
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East 1st Avenue
8
Turn right onto McLeod Street
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
McLeod Street
9
Arrive at destination
McLeod Street
Trip Plan
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 43.6 miles from Lockwood, MT, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.8 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 80 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.6 miles or 45m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Big Timber, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lockwood, 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 Lockwood, MT
This is one driving day of about 87.1 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lockwood, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 83.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.6 mi from Lockwood, MT · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.6 miles from Lockwood, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.8 miles.
Arriving in Big Timber, MT
The final approach into Big Timber, 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 Big Timber, 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
$13.80 one way
$27.60 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $14.51 | $29.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.53 | $31.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| Efficient EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Big Timber, MT
Evening in Big Timber on Sunday
Local time
8:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°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
9 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 31m 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 Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT covers 87.1 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Big Timber Loop Road, I 90 Business. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.6 miles from Lockwood, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.80 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 Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT is easy. At 1h 31m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 84.4 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lockwood, MT to Big Timber, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 3,219 ft to 3,865 ft elevation with about 722 ft of total climbing.
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