Origin
Guernsey, WY
Afternoon in Guernsey on Thursday
Local time
12:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 19m
Distance
324.3 mi
522 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 6m
★
6 AM
5h 20m
8 AM
5h 47m
10 AM
5h 29m
12 PM
5h 26m
3 PM
5h 30m
5 PM
5h 45m
8 PM
5h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cody, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY covers 324.3 miles and takes about 5h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Whalen Street, Highway 26, US 20 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.39 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
162.2 miles from Guernsey, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 19m. Total distance: 324.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 19m 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 5h 19m drive with frequent turns across 324.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Whalen Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
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 19m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Whalen Street | — | — |
| Highway 26 | — | — |
| US 20 West | — | — |
| West Yellowstone Highway | — | — |
| Idaho Street | — | — |
| South 8th Street | — | — |
| Broadway Street | — | — |
| Greybull Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Whalen Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guernsey, WY and Cody, WY.
1
Start on South Wyoming Avenue
56 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Wyoming Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Whalen Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Whalen Street
3
Continue on Highway 26
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Highway 26
4
Keep slight right
97 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
6
Keep slight left
351 ft
·
11 sec
7
Turn left
3.0 mi
·
3 min
8
Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
94 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
West Yellowstone Highway
9
Turn right onto Idaho Street
32 mi
·
38 min
·
Idaho Street
10
Turn left onto South 8th Street
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South 8th Street
11
Turn left onto Broadway Street
82 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
Broadway Street
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Greybull Highway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Greybull Highway
13
Continue on 17th Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
17th Street
14
Continue on Sheridan Avenue
413 ft
·
18 sec
·
Sheridan Avenue
15
Turn right onto 16th Street
98 ft
·
3 sec
·
16th Street
16
Arrive at your destination
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 162.2 miles from Guernsey, WY, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
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 71 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.2 miles or 2h 39m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cody, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Guernsey, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Guernsey, WY
This is one driving day of about 324.3 miles and 5h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Guernsey, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.2 mi from Guernsey, WY · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.2 miles from Guernsey, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cody, WY
The final approach into Cody, 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 Cody, 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
$51.39 one way
$102.78 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $53.87 | $107.73 |
| premium | $4.53 | $57.85 | $115.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.60 | $143.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.3 | 1 | $34.05 | $15.57 |
| Efficient EV | 81.1 | 0 | $28.38 | $12.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.7 | 1 | $45.40 | $20.76 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Cody, WY
Afternoon in Cody on Thursday
Local time
12:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
68°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
8 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 19m 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 Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY covers 324.3 miles and takes about 5h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Whalen Street, Highway 26, US 20 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.2 miles from Guernsey, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.39 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 19m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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