Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Giltedge, MT
Nici Gottstein
Grass Range, MT
Mark Direen
Giltedge to Grass Range is 25 miles and takes about 47 minutes via US 87, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Mountain West region of Montana. The drive is primarily on a highway, making it a straightforward and quick transit. You'll find this route offers minimal driving time, allowing for more flexibility in your day for other activities. It's a practical option if you need to get between these two points efficiently.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 87 | 17.9 mi | 19m |
| Gilt Edge Road | 5.5 mi | 21m |
| Giltedge Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| East 4th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Giltedge, MT and Grass Range, MT.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Gilt Edge Road
Continue on Giltedge Road
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200
Turn right onto US 87
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 25 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Gilt Edge Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 87
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.17 | $4.11 | $8.21 |
| premium | $4.47 | $4.40 | $8.81 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Giltedge on Monday
Local time
2:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Grass Range on Monday
Local time
2:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is mostly highway, with 71% of the 25 miles on major roads like US 87. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 17.9 miles on US 87 before transitioning to local roads. Expect a smooth cruising experience for the majority of the trip, with fewer exits and a more open feel. The route is mainly on surface roads after leaving US 87, indicating a shift to a more rural setting.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 87 and Gilt Edge Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Gilt Edge Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Giltedge, MT to Grass Range, MT is easy. At 47m with 71% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Gilt Edge Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles (US 87; MT 200): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles (US 87): Navigation decision point.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
65 ft
Total Descent
1,091 ft
Highest Point
4,508 ft
Elevation Range
1,065 ft
Notable High Points
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Park
Early in the drive, right off the route
Mine
Near the start, short detour
MT
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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