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Trip from Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 39m

Distance

175.9 mi

283 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 27m ★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 32m

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

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Hoback, WY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY covers 175.9 miles and takes about 3h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 89, US Highway 30, SR 16 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.2 miles on US 89. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.87 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

88 miles from Evanston, WY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 175.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 39m highway drive covering 175.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 89 and US Highway 30. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.2 miles on US 89.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 89 and US Highway 30. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near WY 89.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY is easy. At 3h 39m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (WY 89): Navigation decision point; at 41 miles (SR 30): Navigation decision point; at 89.1 miles (US 89): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

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

4
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | WY 89

Turn left onto WY 89

Navigation decision point

4
41 mi into trip | ~49m in | SR 30

Turn right onto SR 30

Navigation decision point

4
89.1 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in | US 89

Turn right onto US 89

Navigation decision point

5
154.3 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in | US 26; US 89

Turn right onto US 26; US 89

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
174.2 mi into trip | ~3h 33m in | River Bend Road

Turn sharp right onto River Bend Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 89 65.2 mi 1h 22m
US Highway 30 29.7 mi 34m
SR 16 29 mi 33m
WY 89 25.2 mi 29m
US 26 19.9 mi 27m
SR 30 4 mi 4m
River Bend Road 1.7 mi 6m
ID 61 0.8 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 89 — 65.2 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Bear River Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bear River Drive
2

Turn left onto WY 89

12 mi · 14 min · WY 89
3

Continue on SR 16

29 mi · 33 min · SR 16
4

Turn right onto SR 30

4.0 mi · 4 min · SR 30
5

Continue on WY 89

4.1 mi · 4 min · WY 89
6

Continue on US 30; WY 89

30 mi · 34 min · US Highway 30
7

Turn right onto WY 89

9.5 mi · 10 min · WY 89
8

Continue on ID 61

0.8 mi · 59 sec · ID 61
9

Turn right onto US 89

65 mi · 1 hr 22 min · US 89
10

Turn right onto US 26; US 89

20 mi · 27 min · US 26; US 89
Use the right lane.
11

Turn sharp right onto River Bend Road

0.2 mi · 39 sec · River Bend Road
12

Continue on River Bend Road

0.6 mi · 2 min · River Bend Road
13

Continue on River Bend Road

1.0 mi · 3 min · River Bend Road
14

Arrive at destination

River Bend Road

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 88 miles from Evanston, WY, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.2 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 39 miles or 47m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 88 miles or 1h 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 2h 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoback, 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 175.9 miles and 3h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 US 89 for about 65.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 88 mi from Evanston, WY · 1h 42m into the drive

Downtown Montpelier, ID, ID

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Montpelier, ID

88 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

Kemmerer, WY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Montpelier, ID

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88 miles from Evanston, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hoback, WY

The final approach into Hoback, 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 Hoback, WY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fossil Butte National Monument

Fossil Butte National Monument

National Monument

In the ridges of southwest Wyoming are some of the best-preserved fossils in the world. They tell the story of ancient life in a warm, wet environment in and around a freshwater lake. Stingrays swam i...

11 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 54.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.87 one way

$55.75 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $29.22 $58.43
premium $4.53 $31.38 $62.76
diesel $5.61 $38.84 $77.67

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.8 0 $18.47 $8.44
Efficient EV 44 0 $15.39 $7.04
EV Truck/SUV 70.4 0 $24.63 $11.26

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Evanston, WY

Afternoon in Evanston on Thursday

Local time

1:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hoback, WY

Afternoon in Hoback on Thursday

Local time

1:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

34°F

Montpelier, ID

88 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

29 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

3h 39m 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 Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY covers 175.9 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 89, US Highway 30, SR 16. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88 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 $27.87 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 Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY is easy. At 3h 39m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (WY 89): Navigation decision point; at 41 miles (SR 30): Navigation decision point; at 89.1 miles (US 89): Navigation decision point.
The route from Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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