Origin
Moore, MT
Late night in Moore on Tuesday
Local time
2:06 AM
MDT
Current temp
23°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moore, MT to Giltedge, MT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moore, MT
Alex Moliski
Giltedge, MT
Nici Gottstein
Trip Overview
This straightforward 34.4-mile drive from Moore to Giltedge, Montana, is easily manageable in about 59 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on US Highway 87, with a short segment on Stillman Road, offering a focused highway experience. Given its short length and modest fuel cost of around $5, there's no need to split this journey or plan for an overnight stay. The route stays within the Mountain West region, so you'll experience consistent scenery throughout. This is a practical choice for a quick connection between two points in Montana.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 87 | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| US Highway 87 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| Stillman Road | 3.6 mi | 14m |
| Truck Bypass | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Gilt Edge Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Northeast Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Fergus Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 87
— 12.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moore, MT and Giltedge, MT.
1
Start on Fergus Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fergus Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 87; US 191; MT 200
13 mi
·
13 min
·
US 87; US 191; MT 200
3
Turn straight onto US 191
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Truck Bypass
4
Continue on 1st Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
1st Avenue North
5
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
6
Continue on US 87; MT 200
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Main Street
7
Continue on US 87; MT 200
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US Highway 87
8
Turn slight left onto Stillman Road
3.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Stillman Road
9
At end of road, turn left
0.9 mi
·
3 min
10
Continue on Gilt Edge Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Gilt Edge Road
11
Turn left
342 ft
·
15 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Moore, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 34.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 87; US 191; MT 200
At end of road, turn right onto US 87; US 191; MT 200
Navigation decision point
4
16.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
31.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
At end of road, turn left
Navigation decision point
4
34.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.45 one way
$10.90 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.71 | $11.43 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.14 | $12.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Giltedge, MT
Late night in Giltedge on Tuesday
Local time
2:06 AM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Lewistown, MT
17 mi in
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
13 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
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 67% of the journey taking place on US 87. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 12.6 miles on US 87, providing a solid period of consistent driving. The road largely maintains a highway feel, suggesting a steady pace and minimal interruptions. While the data doesn't specify dramatic changes, expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over varied terrain or road types. It's the kind of drive where you can settle in and cover ground smoothly.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.6 mi on US 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 87 and US Highway 87. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 87; US 191; MT 200.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Moore, MT to Giltedge, MT is easy. At 59m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 87; US 191; MT 200): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.6 miles on US 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 0.6 miles (US 87; US 191; MT 200): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (US 87; MT 200 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Giltedge, MT before heading back.
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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