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Trip from Lockwood, MT to Clancy, MT

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 18m

Distance

249.1 mi

401 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 6m ★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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human settlement in Yellowstone County, Montana, United States of America

Lockwood, MT

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Downtown Clancy, MT, MT

Clancy, MT

Rafael Minguet Delgado

Trip Overview

Lockwood, MT to Clancy, MT is 249.1 miles and takes about 4h 18m via I 90, Highway 287, and I 15, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This single-day trip stays within the Mountain West region, offering a straightforward drive through Montana. With 99% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a primarily efficient transit. It's a good option if you're looking for a direct route with minimal fuss, allowing you to cover significant ground without extensive planning.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

124.6 miles from Lockwood, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 179.4 mi 2h 59m
Highway 287 58.1 mi 1h 4m
I 15 5.1 mi 4m
Montana Highway 518 3.3 mi 4m
Montana Route 518 1.2 mi 1m
Railroad Way 0.3 mi <1m
Johnson Lane 0.2 mi <1m
East Clancy Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 179.4 mi, about 2h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lockwood, MT and Clancy, MT.

1

Start on Johnson Lane

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Johnson Lane
2

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
3

Merge onto I 90; US 87; US 212

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 87; US 212
4

Continue on I 90; US 212

113 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 90; US 212
5

Continue on I 90; US 89; US 191

7.0 mi · 6 min · I 90; US 89; US 191
6

Continue on I 90; US 191

58 mi · 58 min · I 90; US 191
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
8

Turn right onto US 287

58 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Highway 287
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Turn left onto S 518

1.2 mi · 1 min · Montana Route 518
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on S 518

3.3 mi · 4 min · Montana Highway 518
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward Butte
12

Merge onto I 15

5.1 mi · 4 min · I 15
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 182 Toward Clancy
14

Turn right onto Railroad Way

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Railroad Way
15

Continue on East Clancy Street

0.1 mi · 20 sec · East Clancy Street
16

Turn right onto North Main Street

149 ft · 4 sec · North Main Street
17

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over 4 hours, this drive is easily manageable in a single day, so you have the flexibility to leave when you wish. Consider an early start to maximize daylight, especially if you plan any brief stops. The longest stretch without a change in major road is 179.4 miles on I 90, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Given the relatively short distance and highway focus, rest stops are less about necessity and more about convenience.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 124.6 miles from Lockwood, MT, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 179.4 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 55 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 124.6 miles or 2h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clancy, MT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lockwood, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lockwood, MT

This is one driving day of about 249.1 miles and 4h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Lockwood, MT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 179.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and the county seat of Park County, Montana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Livingston, MT

125 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

Columbus, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Livingston, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 124.6 miles from Lockwood, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 179.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

Taste of Siberia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Big Timber, Montana

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch · 1h 33m in 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

Three Forks Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Three Forks, Montana

1.4 mi

Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livingston, Montana

2 mi

Best coffee break

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Billings, Montana

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

Visit website

The Coffee Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Big Timber, Montana

1.9 mi

Reel Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

2.3 mi

Taste of Siberia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Big Timber, Montana

Hours: Closed

Three Forks Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Three Forks, Montana

Hours: 5:30 am–8 pm

+14062854843

Visit website

Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Livingston, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14069461286

Visit website

Timber Bar & Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Big Timber, Montana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14069324040

Visit website

The Grand Hotel & Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Big Timber, Montana

+14069324459

Visit website

Pizza Ranch

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Billings, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14068392366

Visit website

Faye's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Livingston, Montana

Hours: 7–11 am

+14062237481

Visit website

Rice Fine Thai Cuisine - Livingston

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Livingston, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14063332289

Visit website

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Billings, Montana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

Visit website

The Coffee Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Big Timber, Montana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+14069328646

Visit website

Reel Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

1Ō5 Brewing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Billings, Montana

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+14063846999

Visit website

Revamped Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 6 am–3:30 pm

+14069200386

Visit website

Crazy Mountain Coffee Roasters

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Big Timber, Montana

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+14064046056

Visit website

Heidi's Coffee Cabin

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Laurel, Montana

Hours: 5 am–5 pm

+14066289099

Visit website

Bourbon Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 5:30 am–1 pm

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14063887684

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Bozeman, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

TA

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Three Forks Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Sacajawea Park and Tennis Courts

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Livingston, Montana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+14062232233

Visit website

After Rage

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Billings, Montana

Hours: 3:30–9 pm

+14063715114

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 180.1 and 248.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
180.1 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward US 287: Helena, Ennis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 287: Helena, Ennis
5
180.4 mi into trip | ~3h 1m in | US 287 / Highway 287

Turn right onto US 287 / Highway 287

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
238.5 mi into trip | ~4h 5m in | S 518 / Montana Route 518

Turn left onto S 518 / Montana Route 518

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
243 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in

Take the ramp toward Butte

Navigation decision point

Toward Butte
5
248.4 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in

Take the exit toward Clancy

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 182 Toward Clancy

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.47 one way

$78.95 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 87 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $41.38 $82.75
premium $4.53 $44.44 $88.87
diesel $5.61 $55.00 $110.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 74.7 0 $26.16 $11.96
Efficient EV 62.3 0 $21.80 $9.96
EV Truck/SUV 99.6 1 $34.87 $15.94

Gas CO2

87 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026

Origin

Lockwood, MT

Late night in Lockwood on Tuesday

Local time

3:08 AM

MDT

Current temp

32°F

Mostly Clear

SSW 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Clancy, MT

Late night in Clancy on Tuesday

Local time

3:08 AM

MDT

Current temp

31°F

Mostly Clear

SW 2 mph 0% chance Live forecast

48°F

Livingston, MT

125 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

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 18m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 highway-focused drive, with 99% of the 249.1 miles on major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on I 90, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 179.4 miles. While the majority of the route is designed for speed and efficiency, the transition to Highway 287 and then I 15 will offer slight variations in the driving experience. Expect a generally smooth and predictable journey, prioritizing forward momentum over winding backroads.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 179.4 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Highway 287. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 180.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 18m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 180.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.4 miles (US 287 / Highway 287): Lane positioning matters here; at 238.5 miles (S 518 / Montana Route 518): Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Lockwood, MT to Clancy, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Ennis along the way.

Ennis

180.1 mi in | ~3h

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 249.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 179.4 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 12 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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: at 180.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.4 miles (US 287 / Highway 287): Lane positioning matters here; at 238.5 miles (S 518 / Montana Route 518): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Clancy, MT, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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