Origin
Casper, WY
Evening in Casper on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
50.6 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casper, WY
Taryn Elliott
Douglas, WY
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Casper to Douglas is 50.6 miles and takes about 58 minutes via I 25, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short jaunt stays within Wyoming and the Mountain West region, offering a straightforward drive. You'll primarily be on interstate, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points without much fuss. Consider this an easy leg of a larger trip or a simple point-to-point journey.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 50.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the route utilizing major roads like I 25. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience for most of the trip, including a longest stretch of 45.6 miles on I 25. While the majority is interstate, the inclusion of I 25 BUS and Bryan Stock Trail means you'll have brief transitions into more localized driving as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a smooth, efficient journey largely free of complex road changes.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and I 25 BUS. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Casper, WY to Douglas, WY is easy. At 58m with 94% 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Bryan Stock Trail): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 25 BUS; US 20; US 26; US 87 / East Yellowstone Highway): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 20; US 26; US 87 / East Yellowstone Highway
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 25 South: Douglas
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS toward I 25, WY 59: Douglas, Gillette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 45.6 mi | 47m |
| I 25 BUS | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Bryan Stock Trail | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Sunlight Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Yellowstone Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Sunlight Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Beverly Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Casper, WY and Douglas, WY.
Start on North Sunlight Drive
Turn right
Turn right onto East Sunlight Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
Continue on I 25 Business
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 20; US 26; US 87
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 25
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.3 mi from Casper, WY · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Casper, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Douglas, WY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.40 | $16.81 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.03 | $18.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Casper on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Douglas on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
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.
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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