Connecting Crow Agency to Miles City, this 130.9-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Montana’s Mountain West. You should plan for approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes of travel time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $21, the drive is both efficient and budget-friendly. Because you remain within the same region, the transition between these two points feels cohesive rather than jarring. Whether you are traveling for business or local exploration, this route offers a reliable connection that doesn't require an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.4 miles from Crow Agency, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
85.1 mi
1h 27m
Highway 47
28.6 mi
46m
I 90
12.7 mi
11m
I 94 Business
3.6 mi
6m
Makawasha Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Main Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 85.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crow Agency, MT and Miles City, MT.
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Start on Makawasha Avenue
321 ft·15 sec·Makawasha Avenue
2
Turn right
0.1 mi·11 sec
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
4
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
13 mi·11 min·I 90; US 87; US 212
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward MT 47: City Center
6
Turn right onto MT 47
29 mi·46 min·Highway 47
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
85 mi·1 hr 27 min·I 94
9
Take the exit onto I 94 Business
3.6 mi·6 min·I 94 Business
Toward I 94 Business: Miles City, Jordan
10
Arrive at destination
MT 59
Trip Plan
Since this drive covers 130.9 miles, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete the journey in under three hours, though it is wise to monitor your fuel levels before leaving Crow Agency to ensure you stay within your $21 estimate. Watch for the transition between the interstate and highway segments, as traffic patterns can shift near the urban centers. Use that single planned stop as a mid-trip break to stretch your legs during the long 85.1-mile stretch on I-94. Staying attentive during the interstate portions will help you maintain a smooth pace all the way to Miles City.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.4 miles from Crow Agency, MT, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.1 miles.
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 29 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.4 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miles City, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crow Agency, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Crow Agency, MT
This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Crow Agency, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 85.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 127.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
13 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward MT 47: City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MT 47: City Center
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127.3 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|I 94 Business
Take the exit onto I 94 Business toward I 94 Business: Miles City, Jordan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94 Business: Miles City, Jordan
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.74 one way
$41.49 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$21.74
$43.49
premium
$4.53
$23.35
$46.70
diesel
$5.61
$28.90
$57.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 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
39.3
0
$13.74
$6.28
Efficient EV
32.7
0
$11.45
$5.24
EV Truck/SUV
52.4
0
$18.33
$8.38
Gas CO2
46 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Crow Agency, MT
Late night
in Crow Agency on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miles City, MT
Late night
in Miles City on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Forsyth, MT
65 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
30 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 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
This land is a place to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made here on June 25 and 26, 1876, when Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors fought against a deliberate attack by the U.S. Army's 7th Cav...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$25
Park Closure: The Park is ONLY OPEN Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 99% of your trip takes place on highways. You will navigate a mix of I-90, Highway 47, and I-94, which keeps your pace steady and predictable. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be an 85.1-mile stretch on I-94, providing a consistent, uninterrupted flow. This is a highway-focused drive through and through, prioritizing direct transit over winding backroads. You won't encounter major technical challenges, allowing you to settle into a comfortable rhythm for the duration of the trip.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.1 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Highway 47. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 34m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
3,038 ft2,362 ft
Total Climb
415 ft
Total Descent
1,092 ft
Highest Point
3,038 ft
Elevation Range
677 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 130.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 85.1 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (I 90; US 87; US 212): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes — Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miles City, MT before heading back.
