Origin
Three Forks, MT
Late night in Three Forks on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, 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
34m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Three Forks, MT
Alex Moliski
Bozeman, MT
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.3-mile drive from Three Forks to Bozeman, Montana, can easily be completed in about 34 minutes, making it perfect for a single day trip. With 92% of the route on highways, expect a quick and efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, reflecting the short distance. As both locations are within the Mountain West region, you'll experience consistent scenery throughout. This route is ideal for those looking for a simple, no-fuss transfer between two Montana towns, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 28.1 mi | 28m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Willson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Peach Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| MT 2 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 28.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Forks, MT and Bozeman, MT.
1
Start on S-287
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on MT 2
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MT 2
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
4
Merge onto I 90
28 mi
·
28 min
·
I 90
5
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward North 7th Avenue
6
Turn right onto I 90 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Avenue
7
Turn left onto West Peach Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Peach Street
8
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Willson Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
North Willson Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 30.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
29.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward North 7th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward North 7th Avenue
3
29.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 90 Business / North 7th Avenue
Turn right onto I 90 Business / North 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
30.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
North Willson Avenue
Turn right onto North Willson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.92 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.58 | $11.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bozeman, MT
Late night in Bozeman on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
34m 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?
The drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 92% of the 31.3 miles spent on major roads like I-90. You'll encounter one long stretch of 28.1 miles on I-90, offering a consistent pace. While the main roads are highways, you'll also navigate through town on Main Street and North 7th Avenue as you reach Bozeman. This mix means you'll experience the speed of interstate travel for most of the journey, transitioning to more urban road conditions as you approach your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.1 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Three Forks, MT to Bozeman, MT is easy. At 34m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.5 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Bozeman, MT
Full guide →Bozeman is a city in Montana's Yellowstone Country. Set in the middle of the Rocky Mountains, this college town is a place for experiencing the great outdoors around the year, and for those days the weather makes you want to stay indoors there are a number of museums and galleries to explore.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.1 miles on I 90. 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 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.5 miles (I 90 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bozeman, 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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