Origin
Havre, MT
Evening in Havre on Saturday
Local time
7:26 PM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Havre, MT to Baker, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 43m
Distance
381.6 mi
614 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 34m
★
6 AM
7h 43m
8 AM
8h 2m
10 AM
7h 50m
12 PM
7h 48m
3 PM
7h 51m
5 PM
8h 1m
8 PM
7h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Havre, MT
Shashank Brahmavar
Baker, MT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Havre, MT to Baker, MT is 381.6 miles and takes about 7h 43m via US 2 and State Highway 13, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, primarily in Montana, offering a straightforward, highway-focused experience. It's a solid option if you're looking for a direct route across the state, with a good portion on major roadways. Plan for a single day of travel, keeping in mind the duration and the need for a couple of stops along the way.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
190.8 miles from Havre, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | 206.5 mi | 3h 55m |
| State Highway 13 | 46.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| B Avenue | 45.4 mi | 49m |
| State Highway 7 | 44.3 mi | 1h 5m |
| I 94 | 29.8 mi | 27m |
| East Main Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| 1st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Montana Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 2
— 206.5 mi, about 3h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havre, MT and Baker, MT.
1
Start on Montana Avenue
161 ft
·
11 sec
·
Montana Avenue
2
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
5th Street
3
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 2
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
5
Continue on US 2
207 mi
·
3 hr 55 min
·
US 2
6
Turn right onto MT 25
365 ft
·
6 sec
·
4th Avenue North
7
Continue on MT 25
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
3rd Avenue
8
Turn left onto Anaconda Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Anaconda Street
9
Turn left onto South 1st Avenue
245 ft
·
6 sec
·
South 1st Avenue
10
Turn right onto MT 25
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
11
Turn straight onto MT 13
47 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
State Highway 13
12
Turn left onto MT 200
45 mi
·
49 min
·
B Avenue
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
14
Merge onto I 94
30 mi
·
27 min
·
I 94
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward MT 261: Wibaux, Baker
16
Turn right onto MT 261
272 ft
·
5 sec
·
MT 261
17
Continue on 2nd Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
2nd Avenue North
18
Turn right onto MT 7
44 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
State Highway 7
19
Continue on MT 7
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
20
Turn right onto US 12
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Montana Avenue
21
Turn left onto 6th Street West
329 ft
·
14 sec
·
6th Street West
22
Arrive at destination
6th Street West
Trip Plan
Given the 7 hour 43 minute estimated drive time, leaving Havre, MT in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Baker, MT with daylight to spare. With only two recommended stops, you'll want to plan them strategically for fuel and a break. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 200 miles on US 2, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the end of the US 2 portion, as services might become less frequent on the state highways.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 190.8 miles from Havre, MT, or about 3h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 206.5 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 84 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 190.8 miles or 3h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baker, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Havre, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Havre, MT
This is one driving day of about 381.6 miles and 7h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Havre, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 2 for about 206.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
191 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 190.8 miles from Havre, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 206.5 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 335.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 2 / 1st Street
Turn right onto US 2 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
207.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
|
MT 25 / 4th Avenue North
Turn right onto MT 25 / 4th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
5
208.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m in
|
South 1st Avenue
Turn left onto South 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
335.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 35m in
Take the exit toward MT 261: Wibaux, Baker
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MT 261: Wibaux, Baker
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.47 one way
$120.94 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
134 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $63.38 | $126.77 |
| premium | $4.53 | $68.07 | $136.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $84.25 | $168.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 133.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 114.5 | 1 | $40.07 | $18.32 |
| Efficient EV | 95.4 | 1 | $33.39 | $15.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 152.6 | 1 | $53.42 | $24.42 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 kg (66% 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
Baker, MT
Evening in Baker on Saturday
Local time
7:26 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Glasgow, MT
191 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
5 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
7h 43m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 86% of the 381.6 miles on major roads. You'll encounter your longest stretch of continuous highway on US 2, covering 206.5 miles. After that, you'll transition to State Highway 13 and then B Avenue, which will feel like a shift from high-speed cruising to more local road conditions. Expect a consistent driving pace for the majority of the trip.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 206.5 mi on US 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 2 and State Highway 13. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 43m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 15 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 207.8 miles (MT 25 / 4th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 43m. Total distance: 381.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 43m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 206.5 miles on US 2. 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.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Baker, MT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 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: near the start (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 207.8 miles (MT 25 / 4th Avenue North): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Baker, 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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