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4h 18m
Distance
221.7 mi
357 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
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Miles City, MT
Alex Moliski
Glasgow, MT
Russ
The drive from Miles City, MT to Glasgow, MT covers 221.7 miles and takes about 4h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94 Business, US 2, State Highway 13 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.1 miles on I 94 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.13 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
110.8 miles from Miles City, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
This is a 4h 18m highway drive covering 221.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 Business and US 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 72.1 miles on I 94 Business.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
626 ft
Total Descent
72 ft
Highest Point
2,921 ft
~101.6 mi in
Elevation Range
626 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 Business and US 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 94 Business / Valley Drive East.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 18m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 94 Business / Valley Drive East): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.8 miles (I 94 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.8 miles (MT 200S / Alder Avenue): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp right onto I 94 Business / Valley Drive East
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the exit onto I 94 Business toward I 94 Business: Glendive, Circle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto MT 200S / Alder Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MT 13 / State Highway 13
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto MT 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 Business | 72.1 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 2 | 49 mi | 55m |
| State Highway 13 | 46.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| MT 200 S | 45.3 mi | 49m |
| MT 25 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Valley Drive East | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Alder Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Miles City, MT and Glasgow, MT.
Start on MT 59
Turn sharp right onto I 94 Business
Turn right onto I 94 Business
Take the ramp onto I 94 Business
Take the exit onto I 94 Business
Turn left onto MT 200S
Continue on MT 200 S
Turn right onto MT 13
Keep slight left at fork onto MT 25
Turn right onto MT 25
Continue on MT 25
Turn left onto US 2
Turn left onto MT 42
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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glasgow, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Miles City, 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 Miles City, MT
This is one driving day of about 221.7 miles and 4h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.8 mi from Miles City, MT · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 110.8 miles from Miles City, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.1 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
$35.13 one way
$70.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $36.93 | $73.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $39.53 | $79.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.25 | $98.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.5 | 0 | $23.28 | $10.64 |
| Efficient EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.40 | $8.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.7 | 1 | $31.04 | $14.19 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Miles City on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Glasgow on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Sunny
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.
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