Don Pedro's Family Mexican Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+13077893322
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 48m
Distance
330.1 mi
531 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bar Nunn, WY
Valeria Boltneva
Evanston, WY
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The drive from Bar Nunn, WY to Evanston, WY covers 330.1 miles and takes about 5h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, County Road 308, US 287 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 205.5 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
165.1 miles from Bar Nunn, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 48m. Total distance: 330.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 5h 48m drive with frequent turns across 330.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Salt Creek Highway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 48m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Salt Creek Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (WY 254 / Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto WY 254 / Howard Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 205.5 mi | 3h 20m |
| County Road 308 | 63.7 mi | 1h 12m |
| US 287 | 44.1 mi | 50m |
| Casper West Belt | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| US 20 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West Spruce Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| I 25 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Salt Creek Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bar Nunn, WY and Evanston, WY.
Start on Sunset Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
Turn left onto WY 254
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 25; US 87
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
Continue on WY 257
Turn right onto WY 220
Continue on US 287; WY 789
Turn right onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; WY 789
Take the ramp onto WY 789
Merge onto I 80; US 30; WY 789
Take the exit
Turn right onto WY 89
Turn right onto Bear River Drive
Arrive at destination
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 73 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.1 miles or 3h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evanston, WY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bar Nunn, WY 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 Bar Nunn, WY
This is one driving day of about 330.1 miles and 5h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.1 mi from Bar Nunn, WY · 3h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 165.1 miles from Bar Nunn, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 205.5 miles.
The final approach into Evanston, WY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Evanston, WY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Evanston, Wyoming
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+13077893322
Near the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+13077893322
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Rock Springs, Wyoming
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+13073828800
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Casper, Wyoming
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+13072658700
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Rock Springs, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
Later in the drive, short detour
Rock Springs, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Rawlins, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Evanston, Wyoming
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13077899129
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Casper, Wyoming
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+13073331403
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Regular Gas
$52.31 one way
$104.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $54.83 | $109.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $58.89 | $117.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.88 | $145.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99 | 1 | $34.66 | $15.84 |
| Efficient EV | 82.5 | 0 | $28.88 | $13.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132 | 1 | $46.21 | $21.13 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Bar Nunn on Saturday
Local time
10:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Evanston on Saturday
Local time
10:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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