Origin
Green River, WY
Afternoon in Green River on Thursday
Local time
3:15 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green River, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 33m
Distance
272.3 mi
438 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 21m
★
6 AM
4h 34m
8 AM
5h 1m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 26m
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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Cheyenne, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Green River, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 272.3 miles and takes about 4h 33m 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, East Flaming Gorge Way, West 24th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 268.6 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.15 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
136.1 miles from Green River, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 272.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 33m drive with frequent turns across 272.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 268.6 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 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 4h 33m drive. You will face about 8 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 269.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
|
~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
7
269.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 359C
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
5
270.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 30m in
Take the exit toward Missile Drive, Warren Gate 2
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Missile Drive, Warren Gate 2
5
271.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
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Missile Drive
Turn right onto Missile Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 268.6 mi | 4h 25m |
| East Flaming Gorge Way | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West 24th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| I 80 Bus | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Missile Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 1st East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 268.6 mi, about 4h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River, WY and Cheyenne, 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
267 mi
·
4 hr 23 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Continue on I 80
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Purple Heart Trail
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 359C
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
7
Merge onto I 25; US 87
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Missile Drive, Warren Gate 2
9
Turn right onto Missile Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Missile Drive
10
Turn left onto West 24th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West 24th Street
11
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
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 136.1 miles from Green River, WY, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 268.6 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 60 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.1 miles or 2h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cheyenne, 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 272.3 miles and 4h 33m.
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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 268.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.1 mi from Green River, WY · 2h 16m 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 136.1 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 268.6 miles.
Arriving in Cheyenne, WY
The final approach into Cheyenne, 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 Cheyenne, 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
$43.15 one way
$86.30 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $45.23 | $90.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $48.57 | $97.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.12 | $120.24 |
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: 95.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.7 | 1 | $28.59 | $13.07 |
| Efficient EV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.83 | $10.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.9 | 1 | $38.12 | $17.43 |
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
Cheyenne, WY
Afternoon in Cheyenne on Thursday
Local time
3:15 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Saratoga, WY
136 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
7 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
4h 33m 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 Cheyenne, WY covers 272.3 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, East Flaming Gorge Way, West 24th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.1 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 $43.15 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 4h 33m drive. You will face about 8 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 269.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Green River, WY to Cheyenne, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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