Origin
La Grange, WY
Afternoon in La Grange on Saturday
Local time
1:09 PM
MDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from La Grange, WY to Lingle, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
La Grange, WY
Tom Fisk
Lingle, WY
Thirdman
Trip Overview
La Grange to Lingle is 44.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 7 minutes via US 85, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Mountain West region, making for a straightforward journey between two Wyoming towns. It’s a quick hop that’s ideal for a single-day trip, especially if you're looking to connect these specific points without a major time commitment. The route's focus is primarily on highway travel, so expect a consistent pace for the duration of your trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 85 | 30.4 mi | 45m |
| US Highway 26/85 | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 151 | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| West Valley Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 5th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Country Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 85
— 30.4 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Grange, WY and Lingle, WY.
1
Start on Country Lane
180 ft
·
8 sec
·
Country Lane
2
Continue on 5th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
5th Avenue
3
Turn right onto WY 151
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 151
4
Turn right onto US 85
30 mi
·
45 min
·
US 85
5
Turn left onto US 26; US 85
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Valley Road
6
Continue on US 26; US 85
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
US Highway 26/85
7
Continue on US 26; US 85
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 26; US 85
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WY 151 / State Highway 151
Turn right onto WY 151 / State Highway 151
Navigation decision point
4
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 85
Turn right onto US 85
Navigation decision point
3
34.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 26; US 85 / West Valley Road
Turn left onto US 26; US 85 / West Valley Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.14 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.41 | $14.82 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Lingle, WY
Afternoon in Lingle on Saturday
Local time
1:09 PM
MDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Torrington, WY
22 mi in
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
49 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
1h 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a highway-focused experience, with 97% of the drive taking place on major roads like US 85 and US Highway 26/85. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 30.4 miles on US 85, providing a good period of uninterrupted driving. The profile suggests a consistent, straightforward drive without significant changes in road type, making it predictable and efficient. Expect a smooth, primarily highway journey with minimal complexities as you travel between La Grange and Lingle.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.4 mi on US 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 85 and US Highway 26/85. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near WY 151 / State Highway 151.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from La Grange, WY to Lingle, WY is easy. At 1h 7m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (WY 151 / State Highway 151): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 85): Navigation decision point; at 34.8 miles (US 26; US 85 / West Valley Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 44.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.4 miles on US 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WY can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (WY 151 / State Highway 151): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 85): Navigation decision point; at 34.8 miles (US 26; US 85 / West Valley Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lingle, WY before heading back.
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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