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Trip from Evanston, WY to Bar Nunn, WY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 48m

Distance

330.5 mi

532 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 35m ★
6 AM
5h 49m
8 AM
6h 15m
10 AM
5h 58m
12 PM
5h 55m
3 PM
5h 59m
5 PM
6h 13m
8 PM
5h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

seat of Uinta County, Wyoming, United States

Evanston, WY

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Downtown Bar Nunn, WY, WY

Bar Nunn, WY

Valeria Boltneva

Trip Overview

The drive from Evanston, WY to Bar Nunn, WY covers 330.5 miles and takes about 5h 48m 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, WY 220, 3rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 205.8 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.37 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

165.3 miles from Evanston, WY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 48m. Total distance: 330.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 48m drive with frequent turns across 330.5 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 205.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 48m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.8 miles (WY 789): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street

Turn left onto I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward I 80 East, US 189 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 80 East, US 189 North
5
206.8 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | WY 789

Take the exit onto WY 789 toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlins

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlin...
5
326.9 mi into trip | ~5h 42m in

Turn left toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
4
328.7 mi into trip | ~5h 44m in

Take the exit toward Wardwell Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Wardwell Road

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 205.8 mi 3h 20m
WY 220 63.7 mi 1h 12m
3rd Street 44.1 mi 50m
Casper West Belt 7.3 mi 8m
US 20 3 mi 3m
West Spruce Street 1.7 mi 2m
I 25 1.4 mi 1m
Salt Creek Highway 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 205.8 mi, about 3h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Evanston, WY and Bar Nunn, WY.

1

Start on Bear River Drive

351 ft · 17 sec · Bear River Drive
2

Turn left onto I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS

0.7 mi · 1 min · Front Street
3

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 189 North
4

Merge onto I 80; US 189

206 mi · 3 hr 20 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5

Take the exit onto WY 789

0.4 mi · 52 sec · WY 789
Toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlins
6

Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; WY 789

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Spruce Street
7

Turn left onto US 287; WY 789

44 mi · 50 min · 3rd Street
8

Continue on WY 220

64 mi · 1 hr 12 min · WY 220
9

Turn left onto WY 257

7.3 mi · 8 min · Casper West Belt
10

Continue on US 20; US 26

3.0 mi · 3 min · US 20; US 26
11

Turn left

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
12

Merge onto I 25; US 87

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 25; US 87
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward Wardwell Road
14

Turn left onto WY 254

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Howard Street
15

Turn right onto Salt Creek Highway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Salt Creek Highway
16

Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Sunset Boulevard
17

Arrive at destination

Sunset Boulevard

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 165.3 miles from Evanston, WY, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.8 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 73 miles or 1h 12m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 165.3 miles or 2h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bar Nunn, WY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Evanston, 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 Evanston, WY

This is one driving day of about 330.5 miles and 5h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Evanston, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 205.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 165.3 mi from Evanston, WY · 2h 42m into the drive

city in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rawlins, WY

165 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

Green River, WY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rock Springs, WY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 165.3 miles from Evanston, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 205.8 miles.

Arriving in Bar Nunn, WY

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.37 one way

$104.75 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 116 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $54.90 $109.79
premium $4.53 $58.96 $117.91
diesel $5.61 $72.97 $145.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 115.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 99.1 1 $34.70 $15.86
Efficient EV 82.6 0 $28.92 $13.22
EV Truck/SUV 132.2 1 $46.27 $21.15

Gas CO2

116 kg

EV CO2

39 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Evanston, WY

Afternoon in Evanston on Thursday

Local time

3:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bar Nunn, WY

Afternoon in Bar Nunn on Thursday

Local time

3:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

72°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

8 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

5h 48m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Evanston, WY to Bar Nunn, WY covers 330.5 miles and takes about 5h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, WY 220, 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.3 miles from Evanston, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.37 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 48m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.8 miles (WY 789): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Evanston, WY to Bar Nunn, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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