Dillon, MT Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Dillon, MT works well as a modest departure point in the Mountain West. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 349 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Dillon, MT spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
526.2 mi
Sidney, MT
Quickest Drive
3h 37m
Great Falls, MT
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Trips from Dillon, MT
Driving from Dillon, MT
On average, trips departing from Dillon, MT run 349 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 17m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 526 miles (9h 22m), while the shortest is just 262 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Dillon, MT most often head toward Sidney, MT (526.2 mi, 9h 22m), Miles City, MT (400.5 mi, 7h 16m), Evergreen, MT (279.7 mi, 5h), Kalispell, MT (277.9 mi, 4h 59m), and Lockwood, MT (261.6 mi, 4h 49m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 349-mile drive from Dillon, MT, expect to burn about 13.7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Dillon, MT and 2 routes heading into Dillon, MT, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 262 to 526 miles.
The longest mapped route from Dillon, MT covers 526 miles and takes approximately 9h 22m. Shorter options start at just 262 miles.
The average route from Dillon, MT runs about 349 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Dillon, MT include Sidney, MT, Miles City, MT, Evergreen, MT and Kalispell, MT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Dillon, MT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
4,020
Median Income
$51,458
Median Home Value
$237,500
Median Age
30.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from Dillon, MT
A sampling of people born in Dillon, MT.
Lloyd Meeds
1927–2005
American politician (1927-2005)
Troy Andersen
1999
American football player
City data from Wikidata (Q955026), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Dillon, MT
Dillon is a city in Southwest Montana. In 2020, about 3,800 people lived there.
Dillon is home to University of Montana Western. This is a smaller college, so not the degree of student-life and activity as other college towns. Dillon began as a railroad town. It served as the transportation hub for the many nearby towns with gold and silver mines.
Bannack, 721 Bannack Rd (25 miles west), ☏ +1 406 834-3413, [email protected]. Open daily. Jun-Sep 8AM-sunset; Oct-May 8AM-5PM. Visitor Center summer only, 10AM-6PM. Best preserved of all Montana ghost towns. Guided tours available in the summer. Ice skating allowed on pond in winter with loaner skates available; call ahead to see if pond is frozen. $8 per vehicle; campsite fees range from $4 to $34. (updated Apr 2023) 1 Beaverhead County Museum, 15 S Montana St, ☏ +1 406 683-5027, [email protected]. M-F 9AM-5PM. Local history in a log building complex. (updated Apr 2023) Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, ☏ +1 406 683-3900. Largest national forest in Montana. Breath-taking scenery, hiking trails, and numerous campgrounds. (updated Apr 2023)
The Beaverhead and Big Hole rivers offer world class trout fishing. The Labor Day PRCA rodeo includes a parade and concerts and is named "Montana's Biggest Weekend". Clark Canyon Reservoir (20 miles south of Dillon, take exit 44 off I-15 onto MT-324), ☏ +1 406 683-6472. Boating and fishing. Several campgrounds. Site of Camp Fortunate, a significant point from the Lewis and Clark expedition. (updated Apr 2023) Maverick Mountain Ski Area, Polaris (50 miles west, take Pioneer Mountains Scenic By-Way off MT-278), ☏ +1 406 834-3454. Uncrowded skiing for all levels with 24 trails. Lodging available in town so you can play all day and not make the 50-mile drive back to Dillon. There is no cellular service for almost the entire drive and at the resort. The lodge does have free WiFi. (updated Apr 2023)
Dillon has a few national food establishments such as Pizza Hut and McDonalds. Buffalo Lodge, 155 Lake Front Dr (located south of Dillon by Clark Canyon Reservoir), ☏ +1 406 683-5535. Burgers and steaks. (updated Apr 2023) 1 Klondike Inn, 33 E Bannack St, ☏ +1 406 683-3531. 8AM-9PM. Diner style food. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (updated Apr 2023) 2 Papa T's, 10 N Montana St, ☏ +1 406 683-6432. M-W 11AM-8:30PM, Th-Sa 11AM-9PM. Casual family dining. Pizzas and burgers. (updated Apr 2023) 3 Sparky's Garage, 420 E Poindexter, ☏ +1 406 638-2828. Su-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-9:30PM. 1950s-themed decor. Menu has smokehouse, burgers, and sandwiches. (updated Apr 2023)
1 Beaverhead Brewing Company, 278 S Montana St, ☏ +1 406 988-0011, [email protected]. Su-F 3-8PM, Sa noon-8PM. Microbrewery with a good selection of beers always on tap plus seasonal specialties. They also serve handcrafted ginger ale and root beer. Occasionally there is live music. (updated Apr 2023) Dillon Tap House, 24 E Center St, ☏ +1 406 683-9463. Tu W 5-10PM, Th-Sa 5PM-midnight. Rotating craft beer and wine. Bar games, yard games, and occasional live music. (updated Apr 2023) Hotel Metlen and Bar, 5 S Railroad Ave, ☏ +1 406 683-2335. Th-Sa 7PM-2AM. A gorgeous bar in the historic Metlen Hotel, built in 1897. Free pool on Thursday, dancing and karaoke on Friday and Saturday. (updated Apr 2023) 2 Mac's Last Cast, 26 S Montana St, ☏ +1 406 683-2444. M-F 11AM-11:30PM, Sa Su 10AM-11:30, may close earlier if no customers. Sports bar with full menu. Also a liquor store. Downstairs has Blacktail, a high-end steakhouse with seafood that is open evenings. (updated Apr 2023) 3 The Moose, 6 N Montana, ☏ +1 406 683-2649. Looks questionable from outside but a great small town bar. (updated Apr 2023) Susie's, 75 Swenson Way (in the Y lobby), ☏ +1 530-927-9142, [email protected]. M-F 6AM-1PM, 4:30-6PM; Sa 9AM-1PM. Smoothie and juice bar. (updated Apr 2023)
Dillon has a Best Western, Motel 6, Quality Inn, and Super 8. Andrus Hotel, 33 S Idaho St, ☏ +1 406 925-5024. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Luxury hotel in historic hotel. Rooftop terrace, fully equipped kitchen, pets welcome. (updated Apr 2023) Ruby Creek Campground, 1005 Selway Dr, ☏ +1 406 683-8000. Water on site. Boat ramp to Madison River. (updated Apr 2023) 1 Southside RV Park, 104 E Poindexter St, ☏ +1 406 683-2244. Good Sam Park. Full service sites, showers, laundry, free internet. No tents. (updated Apr 2023)
The town is off I-15. Nearest airports are Butte and Idaho Falls.
The central business area of Dillon can be easily traveled on foot. The city offers a free bus service M-F during the day, can request a ride by calling. Most sight seeing activities will require driving.
Travel tips adapted from Dillon (Montana) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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