Origin
Green River, WY
Morning in Green River on Thursday
Local time
11:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green River, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
187.5 mi
302 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 31m
★
6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 36m
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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Rafter J Ranch, WY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Green River, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY covers 187.5 miles and takes about 3h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 191, United States Highway 191, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 85.9 miles on US 191. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.71 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
93.7 miles from Green River, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 187.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 43m highway drive covering 187.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 191 and United States Highway 191. The longest continuous stretch is about 85.9 miles on US 191.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 191 is the longest continuous segment at about 85.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 191 and United States Highway 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 Rafter J Ranch, WY is easy. At 3h 43m with 89% 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 7 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
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
177.1 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
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US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191 / South Highway 89
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191 / South Highway 89
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 191 | 85.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| United States Highway 191 | 73 mi | 1h 24m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 12.8 mi | 12m |
| South Highway 89 | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| South Pine Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| South Park Loop Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Elk Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Flaming Gorge Way | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 191
— 85.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River, WY and Rafter J Ranch, WY.
1
Start on North 1st East
35 ft
·
6 sec
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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
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
US 191
8
Continue on US 191
11 mi
·
12 min
·
United States Highway 191
9
Continue on US 191
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Highway 191
10
Continue on US 191
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
South Pine Street
11
Continue on US 191
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
United States Highway 191
12
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Highway 89
13
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 189; US 191
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
South Highway 89
14
Turn left onto South Park Loop Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Park Loop Road
15
Turn right onto South Park Ranch Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Park Ranch Road
16
Continue on South Park Ranch Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Park Ranch Road
17
Continue on South Park Ranch Road
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
South Park Ranch Road
18
Arrive at destination
South Park Ranch Road
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 93.7 miles from Green River, WY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.9 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 41 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 46m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rafter J Ranch, 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 187.5 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 US 191 for about 85.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.7 mi from Green River, WY · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.7 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 US 191 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.9 miles.
Arriving in Rafter J Ranch, WY
The final approach into Rafter J Ranch, 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 Rafter J Ranch, 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
$29.71 one way
$59.42 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $31.14 | $62.29 |
| premium | $4.53 | $33.45 | $66.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.40 | $82.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.69 | $9.00 |
| Efficient EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.41 | $7.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75 | 0 | $26.25 | $12.00 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Rafter J Ranch, WY
Morning in Rafter J Ranch on Thursday
Local time
11:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
1 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
3h 43m 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 Rafter J Ranch, WY covers 187.5 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 191, United States Highway 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 93.7 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 $29.71 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Green River, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY is easy. At 3h 43m with 89% 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 Rafter J Ranch, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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