Origin
Gillette, WY
Evening in Gillette on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
MDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gillette, WY to Douglas, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
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
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gillette, WY
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Douglas, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gillette, WY to Douglas, 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 State Highway 59 South, South Douglas Highway, North 4th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 106.6 miles on State Highway 59 South. 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.
Midpoint
56.8 miles from Gillette, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 113.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 10m highway drive covering 113.6 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 59 South and South Douglas Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 106.6 miles on State Highway 59 South.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 59 South is the longest continuous segment at about 106.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 59 South and South Douglas Highway. 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
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gillette, WY to Douglas, WY is easy. At 2h 10m with 94% 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 112 miles (Wyoming Highway 59 Connector): Navigation decision point; at 113.6 miles (East Center Street): 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
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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WY 59 / South Douglas Highway
Turn right onto WY 59 / South Douglas Highway
Navigation decision point
4
112 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
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Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
Turn left onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
Navigation decision point
4
113.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
East Center Street
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
113.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 59 South | 106.6 mi | 1h 56m |
| South Douglas Highway | 5 mi | 9m |
| North 4th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Wyoming Highway 59 Connector | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 59 South
— 106.6 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette, WY and Douglas, 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
107 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
State Highway 59 South
4
Turn left onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
5
Turn straight onto North 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North 4th Street
6
Turn left onto East Center Street
190 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Center Street
7
Turn left
68 ft
·
4 sec
8
Arrive at destination
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 Gillette, WY, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.6 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 25 miles or 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 6m 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 Douglas, 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 113.6 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Gillette, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 59 South for about 106.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.8 mi from Gillette, WY · 1h 6m 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.8 miles from Gillette, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 59 South if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.6 miles.
Arriving in Douglas, WY
The final approach into Douglas, 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 Douglas, 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 | $4.22 | $18.87 | $37.74 |
| premium | $4.53 | $20.26 | $40.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.08 | $50.16 |
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, 2026-04-13.
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
Douglas, WY
Evening in Douglas on Thursday
Local time
5:30 PM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°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
2 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
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 Gillette, WY to Douglas, 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 State Highway 59 South, South Douglas Highway, North 4th Street. 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 Gillette, 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 Gillette, WY to Douglas, WY is easy. At 2h 10m with 94% 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 112 miles (Wyoming Highway 59 Connector): Navigation decision point; at 113.6 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gillette, WY to Douglas, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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