Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
46.9 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Havre, MT
Shashank Brahmavar
Fort Belknap Agency, MT
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If you are looking for a quick and straightforward journey through Montana’s Mountain West, the 46.9-mile trip from Havre to the Fort Belknap Agency is an ideal candidate. You can easily complete this drive in under an hour, making it a perfect one-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is direct. Since the trip takes only 56 minutes, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complex logistics. This highway-focused path provides a reliable link between the two locations, allowing you to focus on the road ahead rather than intensive trip planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | 45.2 mi | 51m |
| 1st Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 1st | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 5th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Montana Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Havre, MT and Fort Belknap Agency, MT.
Start on Montana Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Street
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
Turn right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right
Continue on 1st
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Havre, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 2 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.43 one way
$14.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.37 | $16.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Morning in Havre on Sunday
Local time
6:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Fort Belknap Agency on Sunday
Local time
6:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly 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.
Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience as you traverse the 96% of this route that consists of major thoroughfares. Your journey will primarily follow US 2, which accounts for a significant 45.2-mile stretch of the total distance. The road maintains a steady pace, moving you efficiently from Havre through the local transitions of 1st Street and 1st. Because the route is dominated by this long, uninterrupted highway segment, you will find the driving rhythm to be very predictable. It is a no-frills, practical drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers or winding local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 2 and 1st Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 5th Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Havre, MT to Fort Belknap Agency, MT is easy. At 56m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (2nd Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 2 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
24 ft
Total Descent
126 ft
Highest Point
2,477 ft
~3.9 mi in
Elevation Range
126 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 46.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). 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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