Connecting Miles City to Glasgow, this 221.7-mile journey through Montana’s Mountain West takes approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes of pure driving time. Because the route is straightforward and manageable, you can easily complete it as a comfortable day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-94 Business, US-2, and State Highway 13 to navigate between these two points. Budgeting around $35 for fuel should cover your transit, though it is wise to keep an eye on your gauge given the rural nature of the landscape. Overall, the drive is a practical, highway-focused connection that cuts through the heart of the state’s expansive terrain.
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
110.8 miles from Miles City, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94 Business
72.1 mi
1h 10m
US 2
49 mi
55m
State Highway 13
46.7 mi
1h 9m
MT 200 S
45.3 mi
49m
MT 25
5.7 mi
8m
Valley Drive East
1.6 mi
2m
Alder Avenue
1 mi
1m
3rd Avenue South
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 94 Business
— 72.1 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miles City, MT and Glasgow, MT.
1
Start on MT 59
54 ft·9 sec·Main Street
2
Turn sharp right onto I 94 Business
1.6 mi·2 min·Valley Drive East
3
Turn right onto I 94 Business
1.6 mi·2 min·I 94 Business
4
Take the ramp onto I 94 Business
69 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 94 Business
5
Take the exit onto I 94 Business
2.0 mi·3 min·I 94 Business
Toward I 94 Business: Glendive, Circle
6
Turn left onto MT 200S
1.0 mi·1 min·Alder Avenue
7
Continue on MT 200 S
45 mi·49 min·MT 200 S
8
Turn right onto MT 13
47 mi·1 hr 9 min·State Highway 13
9
Keep slight left at fork onto MT 25
5.7 mi·8 min·MT 25
10
Turn right onto MT 25
0.2 mi·17 sec·3rd Avenue South
11
Continue on MT 25
365 ft·15 sec·4th Avenue North
12
Turn left onto US 2
49 mi·55 min·US 2
13
Turn left onto MT 42
38 ft·0 sec·6th Street North
14
Arrive at destination
MT 42
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour-plus trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Leaving in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive in Glasgow with plenty of daylight to spare. Because you are traversing a vast region, keep a close watch on your fuel levels even if you have budgeted the $35, as services can be spaced out. Given the route's flexibility, you have the advantage of adjusting your pace to suit your personal schedule. Make sure to double-check your route map before departing, as the transition between I-94 Business, US-2, and State Highway 13 requires a few key navigation points along the way.
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 110.8 miles from Miles City, MT, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.1 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 49 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glasgow, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miles City, 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 Miles City, MT
This is one driving day of about 221.7 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Miles City, 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 94 Business for about 72.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 174.2
Wolf Point, Montana
+14066531471
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 0 and 166.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|I 94 Business / Valley Drive East
Turn sharp right onto I 94 Business / Valley Drive East
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
71.8 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|I 94 Business
Take the exit onto I 94 Business toward I 94 Business: Glendive, Circle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94 Business: Glendive, Circle
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73.8 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|MT 200S / Alder Avenue
Turn left onto MT 200S / Alder Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
120.1 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|MT 13 / State Highway 13
Turn right onto MT 13 / State Highway 13
Navigation decision point
4
166.7 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|MT 25
Keep slight left at fork onto MT 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.13 one way
$70.26 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.82
$73.65
premium
$4.53
$39.55
$79.10
diesel
$5.61
$48.95
$97.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.5
0
$23.28
$10.64
Efficient EV
55.4
0
$19.40
$8.87
EV Truck/SUV
88.7
1
$31.04
$14.19
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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 12, 2026
Origin
Miles City, MT
Late night
in Miles City on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
WNW 8 to 14 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Glasgow, MT
Late night
in Glasgow on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 14 mph9% chanceLive forecast
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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience, as 99% of this trip is spent on major roadways. You will spend plenty of time behind the wheel on long, open stretches, including a significant 72.1-mile segment on I-94 Business. The road character is defined by its steady pace and efficiency, favoring high-speed travel over technical, winding turns. Because the route is designed for distance, you should prepare for a consistent driving rhythm that remains largely uninterrupted. It is a functional, efficient way to traverse the region, perfect for those who prefer straightforward driving conditions.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.1 mi on I 94 Business.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 Business and US 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 94 Business / Valley Drive East.
Driving Effort3/10
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: near the start (I 94 Business / Valley Drive East): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.8 miles (I 94 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.8 miles (MT 200S / Alder Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
2,921 ft2,295 ft
Total Climb
626 ft
Total Descent
72 ft
Highest Point
2,921 ft
~101.6 mi in
Elevation Range
626 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 221.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 72.1 miles on I 94 Business. 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.
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: near the start (I 94 Business / Valley Drive East): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.8 miles (I 94 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.8 miles (MT 200S / Alder Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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 Glasgow, MT, but most travelers stay overnight.
