Sign in
No account yet?
Create accountDrive Time
4h 45m
Distance
204.9 mi
330 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lockwood, MT
Alex Moliski
Fort Belknap Agency, MT
Phil Evenden
The drive from Lockwood, MT to Fort Belknap Agency, MT covers 204.9 miles and takes about 4h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MT 66, US 87, Roundup Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50 miles on MT 66. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.47 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102.5 miles from Lockwood, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
This is a 4h 45m highway drive covering 204.9 miles, with most of the trip on MT 66 and US 87. The longest continuous stretch is about 50 miles on MT 66.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,391 ft
Total Descent
3,114 ft
Highest Point
4,083 ft
~85.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,707 ft
Notable High Points
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MT 66 and US 87. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 45m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 2.5 miles (I 90 Business; US 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 87 toward I 90 Business, US 87 North: Lockwood, Roundup
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 90 Business; US 87 / US Highway 87 East
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MT 66 | 50 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 87 | 47.9 mi | 1h 8m |
| Roundup Road | 44.4 mi | 48m |
| US 191 | 35.8 mi | 53m |
| MT 19 | 21.5 mi | 31m |
| I 90 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 87 East | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood, MT and Fort Belknap Agency, MT.
Start on Johnson Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 87
Merge onto I 90 Business; US 87
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 left onto MT 66
Turn left onto US 2
Turn left
Continue on 1st
Arrive at destination
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.
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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.5 miles or 2h 12m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Belknap Agency, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lockwood, 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 Lockwood, MT
This is one driving day of about 204.9 miles and 4h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.5 mi from Lockwood, MT · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 102.5 miles from Lockwood, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Fort Belknap Agency, 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 Fort Belknap Agency, MT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.47 one way
$64.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $34.13 | $68.26 |
| premium | $4.53 | $36.54 | $73.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $45.52 | $91.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.51 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.93 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.69 | $13.11 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Lockwood on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Fort Belknap Agency on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Sunny
Along the Route
27°F
Lewistown, MT
102 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
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.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Lockwood, MT or browse trips ending in Fort Belknap Agency, MT.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MT road trips.
Explore maps for Lockwood, MT or Fort Belknap Agency, MT on MapSof.net.