Origin
Douglas, WY
Afternoon in Douglas on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
113.6 mi
183 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Douglas, WY
Lauri Poldre
Gillette, WY
cottonbro studio
Trip Overview
The drive from Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY covers 113.6 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WY 59, North 4th Street, Wyoming Highway 59 Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111.6 miles on WY 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.00 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.8 miles from Douglas, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 10m highway drive covering 113.6 miles, with most of the trip on WY 59 and North 4th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 111.6 miles on WY 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WY 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WY 59 and North 4th Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Center Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY is easy. At 2h 10m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (WY 59): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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East Center Street
Turn right onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 4th Street
Turn right onto North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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WY 59
Turn right onto WY 59
Navigation decision point
4
113.2 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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East 4th Street
Turn left onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WY 59 | 111.6 mi | 2h 6m |
| North 4th Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Wyoming Highway 59 Connector | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WY 59
— 111.6 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglas, WY and Gillette, WY.
1
Start on this road
68 ft
·
6 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East Center Street
190 ft
·
12 sec
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East Center Street
3
Turn right onto North 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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North 4th Street
4
Turn straight onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
5
Turn right onto WY 59
112 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
WY 59
6
Turn left onto East 4th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Street
7
Arrive at destination
East 4th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 56.8 miles from Douglas, WY, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.6 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.8 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gillette, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Douglas, 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 Douglas, WY
This is one driving day of about 113.6 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Douglas, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on WY 59 for about 111.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.8 mi from Douglas, WY · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.8 miles from Douglas, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WY 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.6 miles.
Arriving in Gillette, WY
The final approach into Gillette, 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 Gillette, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.00 one way
$36.00 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $18.92 | $37.85 |
| premium | $4.53 | $20.26 | $40.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.24 | $50.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.90 | $7.27 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Gillette, WY
Afternoon in Gillette on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
MDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
34°F
Wright, WY
57 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 10m 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 Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY covers 113.6 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WY 59, North 4th Street, Wyoming Highway 59 Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.8 miles from Douglas, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY is easy. At 2h 10m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (WY 59): Navigation decision point.
The route from Douglas, WY to Gillette, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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