Origin
Cody, WY
Morning in Cody on Saturday
Local time
10:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cody, WY to Buffalo, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
182 mi
293 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
★
6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cody, WY
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Buffalo, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cody, WY to Buffalo, WY covers 182 miles and takes about 3h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Greybull Avenue, Greybull Highway, I 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.8 miles on Greybull Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.84 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 miles from Cody, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 182 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (28%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 36m drive with frequent turns across 182 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Greybull Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 78.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Beck Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cody, WY to Buffalo, WY is easy. At 3h 36m with 28% 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 (Beck Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120 / 17th Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.1 miles (US 14 / Greybull Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Beck Avenue
Turn left onto Beck Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120 / 17th Street
Turn right onto US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120 / 17th Street
Navigation decision point
4
53.1 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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US 14 / Greybull Avenue
Turn left onto US 14 / Greybull Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
132 mi into trip
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~2h 45m in
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I 90; US 87
Take the ramp onto I 90; US 87
Navigation decision point
5
179.7 mi into trip
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~3h 33m in
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I 90 Business
Take the exit onto I 90 Business toward I 90 Business East, I 25 Business South: Buffalo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 Business East, I 25 Business South:...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Greybull Avenue | 78.8 mi | 1h 43m |
| Greybull Highway | 49.9 mi | 55m |
| I 90 | 47.8 mi | 48m |
| US 14 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 17th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 16th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Greybull Avenue
— 78.8 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody, WY and Buffalo, WY.
1
Start on US 14A; WY 120
504 ft
·
22 sec
·
16th Street
2
Turn left onto Beck Avenue
493 ft
·
17 sec
·
Beck Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
17th Street
4
Continue on US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120
50 mi
·
55 min
·
Greybull Highway
5
Continue on US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 789
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 789
6
Turn left onto US 14
79 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Greybull Avenue
7
Take the ramp onto I 90; US 87
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 90; US 87
8
Continue on I 90; US 14; US 87
47 mi
·
47 min
·
I 90; US 14; US 87
9
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward I 90 Business East, I 25 Business South: Buffalo
10
Turn straight onto I 25 Bus; I 90 Bus; US 87 Bus
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
I 25 Bus; US 16; US 87 Bus
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 miles from Cody, WY, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91 miles or 1h 51m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cody, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Cody, WY
This is one driving day of about 182 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Cody, 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 Greybull Avenue for about 78.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91 mi from Cody, WY · 1h 51m 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 miles from Cody, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Greybull Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.8 miles.
Arriving in Buffalo, WY
The final approach into Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, WY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.84 one way
$57.68 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $30.23 | $60.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $32.47 | $64.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.18 | $80.37 |
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: 63.7 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 | 54.6 | 0 | $19.11 | $8.74 |
| Efficient EV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.92 | $7.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.8 | 0 | $25.48 | $11.65 |
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
Buffalo, WY
Morning in Buffalo on Saturday
Local time
10:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 36m 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 Cody, WY to Buffalo, WY covers 182 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Greybull Avenue, Greybull Highway, I 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91 miles from Cody, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.84 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 Cody, WY to Buffalo, WY is easy. At 3h 36m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Beck Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 14; US 16; US 20; WY 120 / 17th Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.1 miles (US 14 / Greybull Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cody, WY to Buffalo, 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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