Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kalispell, MT
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Eureka, MT
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If you are looking to travel from Kalispell to Eureka, you are in for a straightforward 66.4-mile journey through the Mountain West. Clocking in at approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight stay. You should budget about $11 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an affordable excursion within Montana. Since the route is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your plans. It is a practical, direct transition between these two regional hubs that avoids the need for complex multi-day logistics.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 2nd Street | 51.1 mi | 58m |
| US 93 North | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| US 93 South | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Spokane Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Sunset Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Dewey Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kalispell, MT and Eureka, MT.
Start on 3rd Street West
Turn left onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Continue on US 93
Continue on US 93
Continue on US 93
Turn left onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Kalispell, 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.
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 93 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 93 / East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$10.52 one way
$21.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.84 | $23.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Kalispell on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Eureka on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Rain Showers
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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Only 17% of your travel takes place on major highways, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 51.1 miles along East 2nd Street, which serves as the primary backbone of your trip. Because the route relies heavily on East 2nd Street and segments of US 93, the experience feels more like a regional transit than a high-speed interstate cruise. Prepare for a road environment that demands your attention as you transition between these local stretches.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 93 / South Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kalispell, MT to Eureka, MT is easy. At 1h 22m with 17% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 93 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (US 93 / East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 66.4 miles (2nd Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
243 ft
Total Descent
94 ft
Highest Point
3,198 ft
~11.1 mi in
Elevation Range
243 ft
Kalispell is a town in Montana, near Glacier National Park. The name of the town means "flat land above the lake" in Salish, a Native American language. The population is about 23,000 (2016).
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 66.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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