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Trip from Seeley Lake, MT to Lockwood, MT

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 13m

Distance

363.6 mi

585 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$58

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 0m ★
6 AM
6h 13m
8 AM
6h 38m
10 AM
6h 22m
12 PM
6h 19m
3 PM
6h 23m
5 PM
6h 37m
8 PM
6h 5m

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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Trip Overview

This 363.6-mile journey from Seeley Lake, MT to Lockwood, MT is designed as a single-day adventure, taking an estimated 6 hours and 13 minutes to complete. With 99% of the drive on highways, you'll be spending most of your time on I-90, I-15, and State Highway 141. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $58, making it a budget-friendly option for exploring the Mountain West region. Given its manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The straightforward highway focus makes it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

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

181.8 miles from Seeley Lake, MT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 166.6 mi 2h 44m
I 15 110.8 mi 1h 51m
State Highway 141 32.5 mi 35m
MT 200 23.8 mi 25m
MT 83 14.8 mi 18m
US 12 12.9 mi 14m
Johnson Lane 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 166.6 mi, about 2h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on MT 83

15 mi · 18 min · MT 83
2

Turn left onto MT 200

24 mi · 25 min · MT 200
3

Turn right onto MT 141

32 mi · 35 min · State Highway 141
4

Turn sharp right onto US 12

13 mi · 14 min · US 12
5

Turn left

0.5 mi · 42 sec
6

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 13 sec · this road
7

Take the ramp

0.9 mi · 1 min
8

Merge onto I 90

45 mi · 42 min · I 90
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

111 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 15; I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 90; US 89; US 191

6.9 mi · 6 min · I 90; US 89; US 191
11

Continue on I 90; US 191

113 mi · 1 hr 53 min · I 90; US 191
12

Continue on I 90; US 87; US 212

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 87; US 212
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward Johnson Lane
14

Turn left onto Johnson Lane

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Johnson Lane
15

Arrive at destination

Johnson Lane

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour, 363.6-mile drive, an early start from Seeley Lake is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along the I-90 corridor, perhaps midway through the longest 166.6-mile stretch. The $58 fuel cost is a good baseline for budgeting, but always keep an eye on your tank, especially during the longer highway segments. Given the route's highway-centric nature, be mindful of varying speed limits and potential traffic, particularly as you approach Lockwood. This is a drive where you can easily adjust your stop timing due to its single-day feasibility.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 181.8 miles from Seeley Lake, MT, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 166.6 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 181.8 miles or 3h 9m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 11m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Seeley Lake, 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 Seeley Lake, MT

This is one driving day of about 363.6 miles and 6h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Seeley Lake, 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 166.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

consolidated city-county (with Silver Bow County) in Montana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Butte, MT

182 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

Deer Lodge, MT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Whitehall, MT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 181.8 miles from Seeley Lake, 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 166.6 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Belgrade, Montana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 207.7

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14063880016

Visit website

Copper Horse Restaurant - Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Belgrade, Montana

1.2 mi

Hummingbird Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Butte, Montana

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Billings, Montana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 363.6

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

Visit website

Bourbon Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

0.9 mi

Wildflower Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Belgrade, Montana

1.1 mi

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14063880016

Visit website

Copper Horse Restaurant - Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+14063168129

Visit website

Hummingbird Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Closed

+14067232044

Visit website

Seasons Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Seeley Lake, Montana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+14066772900

Visit website

Pizza Ranch

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 363.6

Billings, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14068392366

Visit website

Uptown Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14067234735

Visit website

La Casa Toscana Italian Food and Catering Services

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: 3–9 pm

+14062992890

Visit website

Kathmandu indian cuisine Indian & Nepali restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14064387304

Yellowstone Coffee and Canvas

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 363.6

Billings, Montana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14068942073

Visit website

Bourbon Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 5:30 am–1 pm

Wildflower Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

Revamped Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 6 am–3:30 pm

+14069200386

Visit website

Reel Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

1Ō5 Brewing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 363.6

Billings, Montana

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+14063846999

Visit website

Heidi's Coffee Cabin

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 337.6

Laurel, Montana

Hours: 5 am–5 pm

+14066289099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ZEF Energy Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Seeley Lake, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16126884596

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 207.7

Belgrade, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14063887684

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Dumas Brothel

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

+14063519922

Visit website

Piccadilly Museum of Transportation

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 129.8

Butte, Montana

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+14067233034

Visit website

After Rage

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 363.6

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 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.8 and 362.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
14.8 mi into trip | ~18m in | MT 200

Turn left onto MT 200

Navigation decision point

5
71.1 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | US 12

Turn sharp right onto US 12

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
84 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

6
130.5 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | I 15; I 90

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15; I 90

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
362.9 mi into trip | ~6h 11m in

Take the exit toward Johnson Lane

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Johnson Lane

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.62 one way

$115.24 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 127 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $60.39 $120.79
premium $4.53 $64.86 $129.72
diesel $5.61 $80.28 $160.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$58

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 127.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 109.1 1 $38.18 $17.45
Efficient EV 90.9 1 $31.82 $14.54
EV Truck/SUV 145.4 1 $50.90 $23.27

Gas CO2

127 kg

EV CO2

43 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Seeley Lake, MT

Evening in Seeley Lake on Saturday

Local time

7:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lockwood, MT

Evening in Lockwood on Saturday

Local time

7:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

77°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

15 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

6h 13m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 99% of the 363.6 miles on major routes like I-90 and I-15. This means you'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 166.6-mile segment on I-90. While the highway nature suggests efficiency, the inclusion of State Highway 141 hints at potential shifts in scenery and road type as you progress. The overall character is one of steady travel across Montana, prioritizing directness over winding backroads. You'll likely encounter a consistent driving experience for the majority of the 6-hour journey.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 166.6 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 15. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.8 miles in near MT 200.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 13m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 8 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 14.8 miles (MT 200): Navigation decision point; at 71.1 miles (US 12): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 84 miles: Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 13m. Total distance: 363.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 166.6 miles on I 90. 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.

It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lockwood, MT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 14.8 miles (MT 200): Navigation decision point; at 71.1 miles (US 12): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 84 miles: Navigation decision point.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lockwood, MT before the return drive.

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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