Denver to Helena, Montana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

591.4 miles 951.7 km · straight line
792 miles actual route 1274.6 km · driving distance
13h 19min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Helena, Montana?

The distance from Denver to Helena, Montana is 591.4 miles (951.7 km) as the crow flies. Helena, Montana is located NW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 792 miles, taking about 13h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Helena, Montana in Montana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Helena, Montana. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Denver to Helena, Montana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 19min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 59min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~17h 19min $95–$277* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Helena, Montana

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Helena, Montana
46.59°N, 112.04°W
America/Denver
1237m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 197 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM