Origin
Green River, WY
Morning in Green River on Saturday
Local time
6:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green River, WY to Lander, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
129.3 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
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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Lander, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Green River, WY to Lander, WY covers 129.3 miles and takes about 2h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 28, US 191, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.5 miles on Highway 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.49 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
64.7 miles from Green River, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 129.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 29m highway drive covering 129.3 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 28 and US 191. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.5 miles on Highway 28.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 28 and US 191. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus / East Flaming Gorge Way.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Green River, WY to Lander, WY is easy. At 2h 29m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 1.7 miles (I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
3
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
14.6 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 191
Take the exit onto US 191 toward US 191 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 191 North
4
54.1 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
|
WY 28 / Highway 28
Turn right onto WY 28 / Highway 28
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 28 | 66.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 191 | 38.4 mi | 43m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 12.8 mi | 12m |
| US 287 | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Elk Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Flaming Gorge Way | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| I 80 Bus | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North 1st East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
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 Lander, 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
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 287; WY 789
10
Arrive at destination
US 287
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 64.7 miles from Green River, WY, or about 1h 15m 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.7 miles or 1h 15m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lander, 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.
+
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 129.3 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Green River, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Highway 28 for about 66.5 miles.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.49 one way
$40.98 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $21.48 | $42.95 |
| premium | $4.53 | $23.07 | $46.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.55 | $57.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
| Efficient EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.10 | $8.28 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Lander, WY
Morning in Lander on Saturday
Local time
6:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
67°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
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 29m 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 Green River, WY to Lander, WY covers 129.3 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 28, US 191, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.7 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 $20.49 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 Green River, WY to Lander, WY is easy. At 2h 29m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 1.7 miles (I 80; US 30 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Green River, WY to Lander, 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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