Drive Time
7h 45m
Distance
432.6 mi
696 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$69
one way
Photo: Tom Fisk
The drive from Cheyenne, WY to Jackson, WY covers 432.6 miles and takes about 7h 45m 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, US 191, United States Highway 191 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 253.1 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $68.55 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
216.3 miles from Cheyenne, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 36m into the drive .
The drive from Cheyenne, WY to Jackson, WY covers 432.6 miles and takes about 7h 45m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS / Central Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 45m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 8 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 80 Business; US 30 / West Lincolnway): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS / Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30 / West Lincolnway
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 191 toward US 191 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto US 191 / Elk Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 253.1 mi | 4h 9m |
| US 191 | 85.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| United States Highway 191 | 73 mi | 1h 24m |
| South Highway 89 | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| West Lincolnway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Pine Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Elk Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne, WY and Jackson, WY.
Start on West 24th Street
Turn right onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30
Take the ramp onto US 30
Merge onto I 80; US 30
Take the exit onto US 191
Turn right onto US 191
Continue on US 191
Continue on US 191
Continue on US 191
Continue on US 191
Continue on US 191
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191
Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
Turn left onto South Cache Drive
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 95 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 216.3 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, WY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cheyenne, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cheyenne, WY
This is one driving day of about 432.6 miles and 7h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 216.3 mi from Cheyenne, WY · 3h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
216 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 95 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 216.3 miles from Cheyenne, 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 253.1 miles.
The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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.
Regular Gas
$68.55 one way
$137.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $72.06 | $144.12 |
| premium | $4.53 | $77.14 | $154.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $96.11 | $192.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 151.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 129.8 | 1 | $45.42 | $20.76 |
| Efficient EV | 108.2 | 1 | $37.85 | $17.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 173 | 2 | $60.56 | $27.69 |
Gas CO2
151 kg
EV CO2
51 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Cheyenne on Saturday
Local time
4:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
4:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
29°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
32°F
Rock Springs, WY
216 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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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