Somers Bay Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Somers, Montana
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+14068572660
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
151.1 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
11 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stevensville, MT
John De Leon
Evergreen, MT
Wikimedia Commons
Stevensville, MT to Evergreen, MT is 151.1 miles and takes about 3h 14m via US 93, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, offering a straightforward journey through Montana. Expect a drive that's largely highway-focused, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
75.6 miles from Stevensville, MT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 93 | 134.3 mi | 2h 46m |
| South Reserve Street | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Jeannette Rankin Memorial Highway | 4.9 mi | 4m |
| 3rd Avenue East | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Stevi Cutoff Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US Route 2 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| La Salle Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Brooks Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Stevensville, MT and Evergreen, MT.
Start on East 3rd Street
Turn right onto S-269
Continue on S-269
Turn right onto US 93
Continue on Brooks Street
Turn left onto South Reserve Street
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 93
Merge onto I 90; US 93; MT 200
Take the exit onto US 93; MT 200
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93; MT 200
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue East
Turn right onto 2nd Street East
Continue on Conrad Drive
Turn left onto Woodland Park Drive
Turn right onto US 2
Continue on US 2
Arrive at destination
Since this 151.1-mile drive only takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Stevensville in the morning allows you to arrive in Evergreen with plenty of daylight remaining. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave, as the longest stretch without a major break is over 134 miles on US 93. With only one planned stop, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it a practical choice for a quick journey.
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.
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 33 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.6 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evergreen, MT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Stevensville, MT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Stevensville, MT
This is one driving day of about 151.1 miles and 3h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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.
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 75.6 miles from Stevensville, MT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 93 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 134.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto S-269 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 93
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto South Reserve Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 93 toward I 90 West, US 93 North, MT 200 West: Kalispell, Coeur D' Alene
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93; MT 200 toward US 93 North, MT 200 West: Kalispell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$23.94 one way
$47.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $25.10 | $50.20 |
| premium | $4.53 | $26.95 | $53.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.36 | $66.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
11 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Town Pump Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger
Missoula, MT
12 DCFC
Conoco Gas Station - Tesla Supercharger
Kalispell, MT
8 DCFC
Kalispell Ford - Front Lot - 2000 Rose Crossing
Kalispell, MT
7 DCFC
Best Western Plus Grant Creek Inn - Tesla Supercharger
Missoula, MT
6 DCFC
Walmart 3259 (Missoula, MT)
Missoula, MT
4 DCFC
L267 EXPP PL PUBLIC1
Missoula, MT
2 DCFC
L267 EXPP PL PUBLIC2
Missoula, MT
2 DCFC
Missoula Chevrolet
Missoula, MT
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.87 | $7.25 |
| Efficient EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.4 | 0 | $21.15 | $9.67 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Stevensville on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Evergreen on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 90% of your journey on major roads like US 93. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 134.3 miles on US 93, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. The character of the drive is primarily that of a highway, meaning you'll likely encounter higher speed limits and a more direct path. While it's largely highway, keep an eye out for the transition as you approach Evergreen, as local roads will eventually become more prominent.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 93 and South Reserve Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near S-269 / Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 11 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 (S-269 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (South Reserve Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Stevensville, MT to Evergreen, MT, road signs begin pointing toward Coeur D' Alene along the way.
Coeur D' Alene
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 151.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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