Trip from Gillette, WY to Evansville, WY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 33m

Distance

133.3 mi

215 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 23m ★

6 AM

2h 33m

8 AM

2h 54m

10 AM

2h 41m

12 PM

2h 39m

3 PM

2h 42m

5 PM

2h 53m

8 PM

2h 27m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Gillette, WY to Evansville, WY covers 133.3 miles and takes about 2h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on WY 387, State Highway 59 South, I 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.3 miles on WY 387. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.12 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

66.7 miles from Gillette, WY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 133.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 33m highway drive covering 133.3 miles, with most of the trip on WY 387 and State Highway 59 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.3 miles on WY 387.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

WY 387 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WY 387 and State Highway 59 South. 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 59 / South Douglas Highway.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Gillette, WY to Evansville, WY is easy. At 2h 33m with 95% 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 59 / South Douglas Highway): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (WY 387): Navigation decision point; at 107.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

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0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | WY 59 / South Douglas Highway

Turn right onto WY 59 / South Douglas Highway

Navigation decision point

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38.3 mi into trip | ~46m in | WY 387

Turn right onto WY 387

Navigation decision point

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107.6 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in

Take the exit toward I 25 South: Casper

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 25 South: Casper

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132.5 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in

Take the exit toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville

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

Toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville

5

132.7 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | WY 258 / Southeast Wyoming Boulevard

Turn left onto WY 258 / Southeast Wyoming Boulevard

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
WY 387	51.3 mi	58m
State Highway 59 South	32.8 mi	35m
I 25	24.4 mi	24m
WY 259	18.1 mi	20m
South Douglas Highway	5 mi	9m
Curtis Street	0.4 mi	1m
East 4th Street	0.4 mi	1m
1st Street	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: WY 387 — 51.3 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gillette, WY and Evansville, WY.

1

Start on East 4th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 4th Street

2

Turn right onto WY 59

5.0 mi · 9 min · South Douglas Highway

3

Continue on WY 59

33 mi · 35 min · State Highway 59 South

4

Turn right onto WY 387

51 mi · 58 min · WY 387

5

Turn left onto WY 259

18 mi · 20 min · WY 259

6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 25 South: Casper

7

Merge onto I 25; US 87

21 mi · 19 min · I 25; US 87

8

Continue on I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87

3.5 mi · 4 min · I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87

9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville

10

Turn left onto WY 258

390 ft · 6 sec · Southeast Wyoming Boulevard

11

Continue on WY 258

0.4 mi · 1 min · Curtis Street

12

Turn right onto 1st Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · 1st Street

13

Arrive at destination

3 ft · 0 sec · 1st 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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 66.7 miles from Gillette, WY, or about 1h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.3 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 29 miles or 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 66.7 miles or 1h 18m 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 7m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gillette, 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 Gillette, WY

This is one driving day of about 133.3 miles and 2h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Gillette, 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 WY 387 for about 51.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 66.7 mi from Gillette, WY · 1h 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Midwest, WY

67 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

Wright, WY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Midwest, WY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 66.7 miles from Gillette, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Evansville, WY

The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, WY.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Lula Belle Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gillette, Wyoming

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 5 am–2:30 pm

+13076829798

Visit website

Mona's Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Gillette, Wyoming

1.3 mi

Expresso Lube

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gillette, Wyoming

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Ice Cream Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gillette, Wyoming

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route Inexpensiv

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+13076868110

Visit website

Frontier Auto Museum & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gillette, Wyoming

0.2 mi

Routine Aesthetics & Wellness

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gillette, Wyoming

0.4 mi

Lula Belle Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 5 am–2:30 pm

+13076829798

Visit website

Mona's Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13076866506

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 4 am–9 pm

+13076823751

Visit website

Expresso Lube

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13076827339

Visit website

Scooter's Coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+13076707888

Visit website

Scooter's Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18777191288

Visit website

Eggington's

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 133.3

Casper, Wyoming

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13072658700

Visit website

Ice Cream Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route Inexpensiv

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+13076868110

Visit website

Frontier Auto Museum & Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13076865667

Visit website

Routine Aesthetics & Wellness

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13073634040

Visit website

Routine Tanning Studio

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13073634040

Visit website

The Commodore Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13076865667

Visit website

City Brew Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 4:45 am–8 pm

+13073634087

Visit website

Cenex

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13076824468

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13076867352

Visit website

Creative Beverages

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+13076868255

Paco’s Boba

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Gillette, Wyoming

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+13076708056

Visit website

Casper Downtown Development Authority

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 133.3

Casper, Wyoming

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13073331403

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.12 one way

$42.25 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$22.14	$44.28
premium	$4.53	$23.78	$47.56
diesel	$5.61	$29.43	$58.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40	$14.00	$6.40
Efficient EV	33.3	$11.66	$5.33
EV Truck/SUV	53.3	$18.66	$8.53

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 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

Gillette, WY

Morning in Gillette on Saturday

Local time

8:32 AM

MDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evansville, WY

Morning in Evansville on Saturday

Local time

8:32 AM

MDT

Current temp

46°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

27 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 33m 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 Gillette, WY to Evansville, WY covers 133.3 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are WY 387, State Highway 59 South, I 25. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 66.7 miles from Gillette, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.12 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.

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 Gillette, WY to Evansville, WY is easy. At 2h 33m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (WY 59 / South Douglas Highway): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles (WY 387): Navigation decision point; at 107.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

The route from Gillette, WY to Evansville, 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Evansville, WY

Nearby Places

Lula Belle Cafe

Ice Cream Cafe

Lula Belle Cafe

Mona's Cafe

Starbucks Coffee Company

Expresso Lube

Scooter's Coffee

Scooter's Coffee

Eggington's

Ice Cream Cafe

Frontier Auto Museum & Cafe

Routine Aesthetics & Wellness

Routine Tanning Studio

The Commodore Cafe

City Brew Coffee

Cenex

Starbucks Coffee Company

Creative Beverages

Paco’s Boba

Casper Downtown Development Authority

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Gillette, WY

Evansville, WY

Same local time

27 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 33m on the road

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