Origin
Bar Nunn, WY
Afternoon in Bar Nunn on Friday
Local time
2:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
182.6 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bar Nunn, WY
Valeria Boltneva
Cheyenne, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 182.6 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 25, Central Avenue, Salt Creek Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 178.1 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
91.3 miles from Bar Nunn, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 182.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 2m highway drive covering 182.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and Central Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 178.1 miles on I 25.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 178.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and Central Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Salt Creek Highway.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY is easy. At 3h 2m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Salt Creek Highway
At end of road, turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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WY 254 / Howard Street
Turn left onto WY 254 / Howard Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
3
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 25; US 87
Merge onto I 25; US 87
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
179.9 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
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I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Aven...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 178.1 mi | 2h 54m |
| Central Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Salt Creek Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| I 25 BUS | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Sunset Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Howard Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 24th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 178.1 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bar Nunn, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
1
Start on Sunset Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Sunset Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Salt Creek Highway
3
Turn left onto WY 254
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Howard Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
5
Merge onto I 25; US 87
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 25; US 87
6
Continue on I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
62 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
7
Continue on I 25; US 26; US 87
34 mi
·
31 min
·
I 25; US 26; US 87
8
Continue on I 25; US 87
76 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 25; US 87
Toward Cheyenne
9
Continue on I 25; US 85; US 87
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 25; US 85; US 87
10
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
11
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
12
Continue on I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
13
Turn right onto West 24th Street
401 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 24th Street
14
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.3 miles from Bar Nunn, WY, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.1 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 40 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 34m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cheyenne, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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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 Bar Nunn, WY
This is one driving day of about 182.6 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Bar Nunn, WY.
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 25 for about 178.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.3 mi from Bar Nunn, WY · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.3 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 I 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.1 miles.
Arriving in Cheyenne, WY
The final approach into Cheyenne, 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 Cheyenne, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.94 one way
$57.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $30.33 | $60.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $32.57 | $65.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.32 | $80.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.17 | $8.76 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $15.98 | $7.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73 | 0 | $25.56 | $11.69 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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
Cheyenne, WY
Afternoon in Cheyenne on Friday
Local time
2:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Wheatland, WY
91 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 2m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 182.6 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, Central Avenue, Salt Creek Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.3 miles from Bar Nunn, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY is easy. At 3h 2m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
The route from Bar Nunn, WY to Cheyenne, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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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