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6h 6m
Distance
324.2 mi
522 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
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Missoula, MT
John De Leon
Fort Belknap Agency, MT
Phil Evenden
The drive from Missoula, MT to Fort Belknap Agency, MT covers 324.2 miles and takes about 6h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MT 200, 15th Street Northeast, US 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 148.5 miles on MT 200. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.37 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
162.1 miles from Missoula, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 3m into the drive .
This is a 6h 6m highway drive covering 324.2 miles, with most of the trip on MT 200 and 15th Street Northeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 148.5 miles on MT 200.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
857 ft
Total Descent
2,504 ft
Highest Point
4,656 ft
~81.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,281 ft
Notable High Points
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MT 200 and 15th Street Northeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near I 90 Business; US 12.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 6m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 90 Business; US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.8 miles (MT 200): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.3 miles (US 89; MT 200): 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.
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 12
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto MT 200 toward MT 200 East: Bonner, Great Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 89; MT 200 toward I 15 South: Great Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto I 15 Business toward I 15 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MT 200 | 148.5 mi | 2h 48m |
| 15th Street Northeast | 107.3 mi | 1h 58m |
| US 2 | 49.1 mi | 56m |
| First Special Service Force Memorial Highway | 9.5 mi | 8m |
| Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| 3rd Street Northwest | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Central Avenue West | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Old Havre Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Missoula, MT and Fort Belknap Agency, MT.
Start on North Higgins Avenue
Turn left onto I 90 Bus; US 12 Bus
Turn left onto I 90 Bus; US 12
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 12
Merge onto I 90; US 12; MT 200
Take the exit onto MT 200
Take the exit onto US 89; MT 200
Merge onto I 15; US 89; MT 200
Take the exit onto I 15 Business
Turn left onto I 15 Business
Turn left onto 3rd Street Northwest
Continue on Smelter Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto Old Havre Highway
Turn left onto US 87
Turn right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right
Continue on 1st
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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.1 miles or 3h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 58m
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 Missoula, 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 Missoula, MT
This is one driving day of about 324.2 miles and 6h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.1 mi from Missoula, MT · 3h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 162.1 miles from Missoula, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MT 200 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.5 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$51.37 one way
$102.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $54.00 | $108.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $57.81 | $115.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $72.03 | $144.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.3 | 1 | $34.04 | $15.56 |
| Efficient EV | 81.1 | 0 | $28.37 | $12.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.7 | 1 | $45.39 | $20.75 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Missoula on Sunday
Local time
6:31 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Evening in Fort Belknap Agency on Sunday
Local time
6:31 PM
MDT
Current temp
61°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
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.
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