Origin
Three Forks, MT
Late night in Three Forks on Friday
Local time
4:07 AM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Three Forks, MT
Alex Moliski
Bozeman, MT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.3-mile drive from Three Forks to Bozeman, Montana, can easily be completed in about 34 minutes, making it perfect for a single day trip. With 92% of the route on highways, expect a quick and efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, reflecting the short distance. As both locations are within the Mountain West region, you'll experience consistent scenery throughout. This route is ideal for those looking for a simple, no-fuss transfer between two Montana towns, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 92% of the 31.3 miles spent on major roads like I-90. You'll encounter one long stretch of 28.1 miles on I-90, offering a consistent pace. While the main roads are highways, you'll also navigate through town on Main Street and North 7th Avenue as you reach Bozeman. This mix means you'll experience the speed of interstate travel for most of the journey, transitioning to more urban road conditions as you approach your destination.
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 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT is easy. At 34m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.5 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
29.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward North 7th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward North 7th Avenue
3
29.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 90 Business / North 7th Avenue
Turn right onto I 90 Business / North 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
30.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
North Willson Avenue
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 28.1 mi | 28m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Willson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Peach Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| MT 2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 28.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Forks, MT and Bozeman, MT.
1
Start on S-287
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on MT 2
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MT 2
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
4
Merge onto I 90
28 mi
·
28 min
·
I 90
5
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward North 7th Avenue
6
Turn right onto I 90 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Avenue
7
Turn left onto West Peach Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Peach Street
8
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Willson Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
North Willson Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.92 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.58 | $11.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bozeman, MT
Late night in Bozeman on Friday
Local time
4:07 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
34m 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 Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT covers 31.3 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Main Street, North 7th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Three Forks, MT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.96 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 Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT is easy. At 34m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.5 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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