Origin
Laramie, WY
Afternoon in Laramie on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laramie, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Drive Time
55m
Distance
50.6 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laramie, WY
Tom Fisk
Cheyenne, WY
Robert Moss
Trip Overview
Connecting Laramie and Cheyenne, this 50.6-mile trip across the Mountain West is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 55 minutes. Because of the short distance, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Budget approximately $8 for fuel to make the trip, which is quite economical for a cross-region transit. Since you remain within Wyoming for the entire duration, you won't need to worry about adjusting for time zones or state-specific road regulations. It serves as a practical, efficient link between the two cities for travelers looking to move quickly between these Mountain West hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.3 miles from Laramie, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances regional highway travel with city-street navigation. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which accounts for a 47.3-mile stretch of the journey. While the route relies on major arteries like West 24th Street and South 3rd Street at the start and finish, the highway portion provides the bulk of the mileage. You won't find any formal stops along the way, so prepare for a continuous drive once you head out. The experience shifts from local Laramie roads to the high-speed rhythm of the Eisenhower Highway before transitioning back into the local streets of Cheyenne.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 287 / South 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 287 / South 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 287 / South 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
47.5 mi into trip
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~49m 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
49.3 mi into trip
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~52m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 47.3 mi | 47m |
| South 3rd Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 24th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Missile Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Grand Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 47.3 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laramie, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
149 ft
·
8 sec
·
South 5th Street
3
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 287
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South 3rd Street
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
6
Merge onto I 80
46 mi
·
45 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 80
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Purple Heart Trail
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 359C
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
9
Merge onto I 25; US 87
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Missile Drive, Warren Gate 2
11
Turn right onto Missile Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Missile Drive
12
Turn left onto West 24th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West 24th Street
13
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 55-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for mid-drive breaks, as the route is short enough to handle in one go. Fill your tank before you leave Laramie to keep your costs near the $8 estimate, as you won't encounter any official stops to refuel along the main corridor. Keep an eye on the transition points where you exit the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway onto local city streets to ensure you navigate the turn-heavy sections smoothly. This drive is best treated as a simple point-to-point transit, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
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 25.3 miles from Laramie, WY, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 50.6 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.3 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
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 Laramie, 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 Laramie, WY
This is one driving day of about 50.6 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Laramie, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 47.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.3 mi from Laramie, WY · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Laramie, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Cheyenne, WY
Afternoon in Cheyenne on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°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
3 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
55m 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 Laramie, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 50.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, South 3rd Street, West 24th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.3 miles from Laramie, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 287 / South 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laramie, WY to Cheyenne, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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