Origin
Cheyenne, WY
Morning in Cheyenne on Saturday
Local time
6:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
182.8 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cheyenne, WY
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Bar Nunn, WY
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The drive from Cheyenne, WY to Bar Nunn, WY covers 182.8 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, Salt Creek Highway, Randall Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 179.6 miles on I 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.97 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
91.4 miles from Cheyenne, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 182.8 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.
This is a 3h 2m highway drive covering 182.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 25 and Salt Creek Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 179.6 miles on I 25.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and Salt Creek Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Carey Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cheyenne, WY to Bar Nunn, 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 0.1 miles (Carey Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 180.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 181.3 miles (WY 254 / Howard Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Carey Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Wardwell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto WY 254 / Howard Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 179.6 mi | 2h 56m |
| Salt Creek Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Randall Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sunset Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Howard Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Carey Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hynds Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 24th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne, WY and Bar Nunn, 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
Merge onto I 25; US 87
Continue on I 25; US 85; US 87
Continue on I 25; US 87
Continue on I 25; US 26; US 87
Continue on I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
Continue on I 25; US 87
Take the exit
Turn left onto WY 254
Turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard
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 40 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.4 miles or 1h 27m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bar Nunn, 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 182.8 miles and 3h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.4 mi from Cheyenne, WY · 1h 27m 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.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 91.4 miles from Cheyenne, 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 179.6 miles.
The final approach into Bar Nunn, 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 Bar Nunn, 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
$28.97 one way
$57.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $30.36 | $60.73 |
| premium | $4.53 | $32.61 | $65.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.36 | $80.72 |
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: 64 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 | $19.19 | $8.77 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.59 | $11.70 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Cheyenne on Saturday
Local time
6:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Bar Nunn on Saturday
Local time
6:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
76°F
Guernsey, 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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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