Drive Time
4h 42m
Distance
324.8 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Long day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
The drive from Cheyenne, WY to Sheridan, WY covers 324.8 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Carey Avenue, Randall Avenue, Hynds Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.78 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
162.4 miles from Cheyenne, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 42m drive with frequent turns across 324.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Carey Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Randall Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hynds Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 90 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brundage Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Brundage Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coffeen Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne, WY and Sheridan, WY.
Start on West 24th Street
Turn right onto Carey Avenue
Turn slight left onto Randall Avenue
Turn right onto Hynds Boulevard
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West, US 87 North: Sheridan
Take the exit slight right toward Brundage Lane
Turn left onto East Brundage Lane
Turn right onto Coffeen Avenue
Turn right onto South Main Street
Turn left onto West Loucks Street
Arrive at your 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 80 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.4 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cheyenne, WY
This is one driving day of about 324.8 miles and 4h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.4 mi from Cheyenne, WY · 2h 21m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
162 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 162.4 miles from Cheyenne, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, WY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$49.78 one way
$99.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $54.10 | $108.21 |
| premium | $4.55 | $58.17 | $116.34 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $69.21 | $138.41 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Cheyenne on Saturday
Local time
2:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Sheridan on Saturday
Local time
2:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
30°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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.
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