Origin
Ennis, MT
Late night in Ennis on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ennis, MT to Harrison, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
26.6 mi
43 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Harrison, MT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 26.6-mile drive from Ennis, MT, to Harrison, MT, will take you about 31 minutes to complete. Since it's a short trip entirely on highways, it's perfect as a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend around $4 on fuel for this journey. Both your starting and ending points are in the Mountain West region, so you'll experience consistent scenery throughout. This route is ideal for those looking for a quick, uncomplicated transfer between two points within Montana.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 287 | 26.6 mi | 31m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 287
— 26.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ennis, MT and Harrison, 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
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 287
4
Arrive at destination
US 287
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.22 one way
$8.43 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Harrison, MT
Late night in Harrison on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°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
6 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
31m 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?
This is a 100% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll be on well-maintained roads for the entire 26.6 miles. The longest stretch you'll encounter without a break is that full 26.6 miles on US 287. Expect a smooth, direct experience as you navigate this route. The road is unlikely to present significant challenges or dramatic changes, offering a predictable and efficient journey from start to finish.
100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.6 mi on US 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 287 and Main Street. 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 Ennis, MT to Harrison, MT is easy. At 31m with 100% 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 Ennis, MT to Harrison, MT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 26.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 miles on US 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 Ennis, MT to Harrison, 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 Harrison, 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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