Origin
Ennis, MT
Night in Ennis on Saturday
Local time
10:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ennis, MT to Evergreen, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 31m
Distance
301 mi
484 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 19m
★
6 AM
5h 32m
8 AM
5h 59m
10 AM
5h 41m
12 PM
5h 39m
3 PM
5h 43m
5 PM
5h 57m
8 PM
5h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ennis, MT
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Evergreen, MT
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Trip Overview
This 301-mile journey from Ennis, Montana, to Evergreen, Montana, is a manageable one-day drive, estimated to take just under 5 hours. You'll primarily navigate I 90 West and US 12 East, with a stretch on Helena Flats Road, making it a turn-heavy local drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $48 and only one recommended stop, this route is designed for efficient travel. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent landscape. It's a great option if you're looking for a straightforward drive with minimal fuss.
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
150.5 miles from Ennis, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MT 83 | 91.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 90 | 79.2 mi | 1h 17m |
| MT 141 | 32.5 mi | 35m |
| US 287 | 28.1 mi | 33m |
| MT 200 | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| MT 35 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| MT 359 | 14.6 mi | 17m |
| US 12 | 12.9 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
MT 83
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ennis, MT and Evergreen, MT.
1
Start on US 287
138 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn straight onto US 287
448 ft
·
15 sec
·
US 287
3
Continue on US 287
28 mi
·
33 min
·
US 287
4
Turn left onto MT 359
15 mi
·
17 min
·
MT 359
5
Continue on MT 2
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
MT 2
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
7
Merge onto I 90
37 mi
·
37 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
43 mi
·
39 min
·
I 90
Toward I 90 West: Missoula
9
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 12
11
Turn sharp left onto MT 141
32 mi
·
35 min
·
MT 141
12
At end of road, turn left onto MT 200
24 mi
·
25 min
·
MT 200
13
Turn right onto MT 83
91 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
MT 83
14
At end of road, turn right onto MT 35
11 mi
·
13 min
·
MT 35
15
Continue on MT 35
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
MT 35
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Helena Flats Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Helena Flats Road
17
Turn left onto East Evergreen Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Evergreen Drive
18
Turn left onto US 2
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
La Salle Road
19
Arrive at destination
US 2
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 57-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single day of travel. Aim for an early start to maximize your daylight and allow ample time for the frequent turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $48, and plan your refill stops accordingly, especially considering the local road focus. A specific tip for this route: be extra diligent with your navigation system as you approach the Helena Flats Road segment, as this is likely where the most significant directional changes will occur.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.5 miles from Ennis, MT, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 66 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.5 miles or 2h 40m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evergreen, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ennis, 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 Ennis, MT
This is one driving day of about 301 miles and 5h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Ennis, 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 MT 83 for about 91.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 150.5 miles from Ennis, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MT 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 43.2 and 136.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
79.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Missoula
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 West: Missoula
5
122.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 12 East: Helena, Garrison
5
123.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
US 12
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
Navigation decision point
5
136.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
MT 141
Turn sharp left onto MT 141
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.70 one way
$95.40 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $50.00 | $99.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $53.69 | $107.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.46 | $132.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.60 | $14.45 |
| Efficient EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.34 | $12.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.4 | 1 | $42.14 | $19.26 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Evergreen, MT
Night in Evergreen on Saturday
Local time
10:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
5h 31m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 for this 301-mile trip, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on a variety of roads, including I 90 West, US 12 East, and Helena Flats Road, rather than a continuous interstate. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' provided, the profile suggests frequent changes in direction and road type. This driving experience will likely feel more engaging than a pure highway cruise, requiring more active navigation as you transition between different roadways.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.1 mi on MT 83.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MT 83 and I 90. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 43.2 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 31m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 43.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.8 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 122.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ennis, MT to Evergreen, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Garrison along the way.
Garrison
122.4 mi in
|
~2h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 31m. Total distance: 301 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 91.1 miles on MT 83. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 43.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.8 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 122.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Evergreen, MT before the return drive.
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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