Origin
Green River, WY
Morning in Green River on Thursday
Local time
11:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green River, WY to Basin, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 16m
Distance
271.3 mi
437 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 3m
★
6 AM
5h 16m
8 AM
5h 43m
10 AM
5h 26m
12 PM
5h 23m
3 PM
5h 27m
5 PM
5h 42m
8 PM
5h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green River, WY
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Basin, WY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 271.3 miles across the Wyoming landscape, this journey from Green River to Basin is best managed as a single-day trip. You should anticipate roughly 5 hours and 16 minutes of time behind the wheel, making it a manageable, albeit lengthy, haul through the Mountain West. Budgeting approximately $43 for fuel will keep your tank ready for the trek. Since you will be navigating via East Flaming Gorge Way, I-80 East, and Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the route remains straightforward enough to complete without an overnight stay. While the distance is significant, the transition through the heart of the state is direct, providing a practical link between these two regional hubs.
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
135.6 miles from Green River, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 16m. Total distance: 271.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience that leans away from the typical monotonous interstate grind. While your path incorporates major roads like I-80, the profile is defined by winding local segments that demand your full attention. With 0% of the route dedicated to high-speed highway cruising, you will find yourself navigating technical stretches rather than simply pressing the cruise control. As you progress through the 271.3 miles, the road character shifts from regional thoroughfares to tighter local connections. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road's geometry from start to finish.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 28 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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~0m in
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I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way
Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus
Take the ramp onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus toward I 80 East, US 30 East: Rock Springs
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, US 30 East: Rock Springs
4
14.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 191
Take the exit onto US 191 toward US 191 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 191 North
5
129 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
WY 789
Turn right onto WY 789
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
175.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
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US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 28 | 66.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| WY 789 | 46.8 mi | 54m |
| US 191 | 38.4 mi | 43m |
| Park Street | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Idaho Street | 31.9 mi | 38m |
| North 10th Street | 29.8 mi | 32m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 12.8 mi | 12m |
| US 287 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 28
— 66.5 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River, WY and Basin, WY.
1
Start on North 1st East
35 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 1st East
2
Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Flaming Gorge Way
3
Take the ramp onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus
Toward I 80 East, US 30 East: Rock Springs
4
Merge onto I 80; US 30
13 mi
·
12 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 191
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 191
Toward US 191 North
6
Continue on US 191
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Elk Street
7
Continue on US 191
38 mi
·
43 min
·
US 191
8
Turn right onto WY 28
66 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Highway 28
9
Continue on US 287; WY 789
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 287; WY 789
10
Turn right onto WY 789
47 mi
·
54 min
·
WY 789
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
38 min
·
Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
39 min
·
Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Railway Avenue
15
Continue on Russell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Russell Avenue
16
Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789
30 mi
·
32 min
·
North 10th Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 16; US 20; WY 789
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 16-minute duration, departing early in the morning allows you to reach Basin before evening fatigue sets in. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to stretch your legs and refuel, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Since fuel costs fluctuate, keeping that $43 estimate in mind helps with your overall trip budget, but always top off before leaving Green River to ensure peace of mind. Because this is a single-day trip, your primary advantage is flexibility; you can adjust your pace based on traffic or weather conditions without needing to worry about mid-route hotel reservations. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the transitions between East Flaming Gorge Way and the local segments to stay on track.
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 135.6 miles from Green River, WY, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 60 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.6 miles or 2h 36m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Basin, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Green River, 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 Green River, WY
This is one driving day of about 271.3 miles and 5h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Green River, 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 Highway 28 for about 66.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.6 mi from Green River, WY · 2h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.6 miles from Green River, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Highway 28 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.
Arriving in Basin, WY
The final approach into Basin, 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 Basin, WY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.99 one way
$85.98 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $45.06 | $90.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $48.40 | $96.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.90 | $119.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.4 | 1 | $28.49 | $13.02 |
| Efficient EV | 67.8 | 0 | $23.74 | $10.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.5 | 1 | $37.98 | $17.36 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Basin, WY
Morning in Basin on Thursday
Local time
11:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
21 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
5h 16m 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 Green River, WY to Basin, WY covers 271.3 miles and takes about 5h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 28, WY 789, US 191. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.6 miles from Green River, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.99 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 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Green River, WY to Basin, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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