Origin
Polson, MT
Night in Polson on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Polson, MT to Warm Springs, MT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
165.6 mi
267 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Polson, MT
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Warm Springs, MT
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Trip Overview
This 165.6-mile drive from Polson, MT to Warm Springs, MT is a manageable 1-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes. You'll navigate local roads like 2nd Avenue East, West Broadway Street, and Main Street, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $26. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy profile, it's best suited for a single day of travel within the Mountain West region. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.8 miles from Polson, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Avenue East | 60.6 mi | 1h 15m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Gas City Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
2nd Avenue East
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polson, MT and Warm Springs, MT.
1
Start on S-354
310 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 93
61 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
2nd Avenue East
3
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Broadway Street
4
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Broadway Street
5
Take the exit
104 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
Toward I 90 East: Missoula
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
7
Turn right onto MT 48
83 ft
·
1 sec
·
Gas City Road
8
Arrive at destination
MT 48
Trip Plan
With a duration of under 3 hours, this 165.6-mile trip offers flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for your single planned stop without feeling rushed. The estimated fuel cost is $26, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Polson, MT. Since this is a local drive with many turns, stay attentive to your navigation, especially on the longest stretch of 60.6 miles on 2nd Avenue East, to avoid missing any crucial turns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.8 miles from Polson, MT, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 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 36 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.8 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warm Springs, MT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Polson, 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 Polson, MT
This is one driving day of about 165.6 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Polson, 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 2nd Avenue East for about 60.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.8 miles from Polson, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 2nd Avenue East if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 165.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 93 / 2nd Avenue East
Turn right onto US 93 / 2nd Avenue East
Navigation decision point
3
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
West Broadway Street
Continue onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Missoula
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 East: Missoula
5
165.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Take the exit toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Warm Springs, Anaconda
3
165.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
|
MT 48 / Gas City Road
Turn right onto MT 48 / Gas City Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.24 one way
$52.48 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $27.51 | $55.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $29.54 | $59.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.56 | $73.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.39 | $7.95 |
| Efficient EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.49 | $6.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.18 | $10.60 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Warm Springs, MT
Night in Warm Springs on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live 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
29 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
2h 57m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 165.6-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 60.6 miles on 2nd Avenue East. This means you'll be navigating through towns and local thoroughfares for a significant portion of your journey, rather than cruising on open highways. The road personality is consistent, emphasizing local navigation over high-speed travel.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.6 mi on 2nd Avenue East.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 around 0.1 miles in near US 93 / 2nd Avenue East.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Polson, MT to Warm Springs, MT is easy. At 2h 57m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 93 / 2nd Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 60.8 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 60.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 165.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.6 miles on 2nd Avenue East. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (US 93 / 2nd Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 60.8 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 60.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warm Springs, 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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