Origin
Conrad, MT
Night in Conrad on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conrad, MT to Havre, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
128.8 mi
207 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conrad, MT
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Havre, MT
Shashank Brahmavar
Trip Overview
This 128.8-mile drive from Conrad, MT to Havre, MT takes approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes and is best suited for a single day trip. You'll primarily be on the First Special Service Force Memorial Highway, I 15, and West Roosevelt Highway, with a highway share of 0%, indicating a more local road experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $20. This route offers a straightforward connection within the Mountain West region, making it a convenient option for those looking for a direct route between these two Montana towns. With no specific stops recommended, the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to depart and arrive at your leisure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
64.4 miles from Conrad, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Special Service Force Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 15 | — | — |
| West Roosevelt Highway | — | — |
| 5th Avenue North | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Roosevelt Highway | — | — |
| 1st Avenue | — | — |
| 5th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conrad, MT and Havre, MT.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
2
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
3
Merge slight left onto First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
23 mi
·
21 min
·
First Special Service Force Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 BUS, US 2: Shelby, Cut Bank
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 15 BUS, US 2: Shelby, Cut Bank
5
Continue on West Roosevelt Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Roosevelt Highway
6
Continue on 5th Avenue North
453 ft
·
17 sec
·
5th Avenue North
7
Turn left onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on Roosevelt Highway
102 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
Roosevelt Highway
9
Turn right onto 1st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue
10
Turn right onto 5th Street
420 ft
·
20 sec
·
5th Street
11
Turn right onto Montana Avenue
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
Montana Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour duration and 128.8-mile distance, this drive is easily accomplished in a single day. There are no recommended stops, so you can depart Conrad, MT when it's most convenient for you. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan for potential refueling in either Conrad or Havre. Pay close attention to your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments. The lack of long highway stretches means you'll be experiencing the local landscape more directly.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 64.4 miles from Conrad, MT, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
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 28 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.4 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Havre, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Conrad, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Conrad, MT
This is one driving day of about 128.8 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Conrad, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.4 miles from Conrad, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.41 one way
$40.82 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $21.39 | $42.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $22.98 | $45.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.44 | $56.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.27 | $5.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.03 | $8.24 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Havre, MT
Night in Havre on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Shelby, MT
64 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
2h 9m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as indicated by its profile. With a 0% highway share, you won't be cruising on fast interstates for long stretches. The journey is characterized by its frequent turns and local road feel, rather than long, uninterrupted segments. While the longest stretch isn't specified, the overall nature suggests a drive that requires your attention to navigation and road conditions. This type of driving experience often provides a closer look at the immediate surroundings as you make your way across Montana.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: First Special Service Force Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conrad, MT to Havre, MT is easy. At 2h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Conrad, MT to Havre, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 128.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through MT can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Conrad, MT to Havre, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Havre, MT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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