Origin
Moorcroft, WY
Morning in Moorcroft on Friday
Local time
11:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moorcroft, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
268.2 mi
432 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
★
6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 50m
12 PM
4h 47m
3 PM
4h 51m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moorcroft, WY
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Trip Overview
This 268.2-mile drive from Moorcroft to Cheyenne, Wyoming, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-25 and State Highway 59 South, the route is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the journey on major roads. Expect a fuel cost of around $43 for this journey across Wyoming's Mountain West region. With only one recommended stop, this drive is ideal for those looking to reach their destination efficiently, offering a predictable and uncomplicated travel experience.
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
134.1 miles from Moorcroft, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 40m. Total distance: 268.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The majority of this drive, 95%, is on highways, giving it a focused, high-speed character. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-25, including a continuous stretch of 121.9 miles, which offers a consistent pace. While State Highway 59 South will provide a brief change of scenery, the overall personality of this route is that of a highway-centric journey, designed for covering distance effectively. This means you can anticipate smooth, predictable driving conditions for most of the 268.2 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 121.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and State Highway 59 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 90 Business; US 14; US 16 / East Converse Street.
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 4h 40m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 90 Business; US 14; US 16 / East Converse Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.3 miles (I 90; US 14; US 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 142.9 miles (I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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 90 Business; US 14; US 16 / East Converse Street
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 14; US 16 / East Converse Street
Navigation decision point
5
25.3 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 90; US 14; US 16
Take the exit onto I 90; US 14; US 16 toward Garner Lake Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 129
Toward Garner Lake Road
6
142.9 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Take the ramp onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
6
142.9 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
6
265.5 mi into trip
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~4h 36m in
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I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Aven...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 121.9 mi | 1h 55m |
| State Highway 59 South | 106.6 mi | 1h 56m |
| I 90 | 24.4 mi | 24m |
| North Garner Lake Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Central Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Richards Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North 4th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Douglas Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 121.9 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moorcroft, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
1
Start on South Yellowstone Avenue
82 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Yellowstone Avenue
2
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 14; US 16
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Converse Street
3
Take the ramp onto I 90
24 mi
·
23 min
·
I 90
4
Take the exit onto I 90; US 14; US 16
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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I 90; US 14; US 16
Exit 129
Toward Garner Lake Road
5
Turn left onto North Garner Lake Road
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Garner Lake Road
6
Turn left onto WY 59
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Douglas Highway
7
Continue on WY 59
107 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
State Highway 59 South
8
Turn left onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
9
Turn straight onto North 4th Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North 4th Street
10
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Richards Street
11
Take the ramp onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
380 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
13
Merge onto I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
14
Continue on I 25; US 26; US 87
34 mi
·
31 min
·
I 25; US 26; US 87
15
Continue on I 25; US 87
76 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 25; US 87
Toward Cheyenne
16
Continue on I 25; US 85; US 87
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 25; US 85; US 87
17
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
18
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
19
Continue on I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
20
Turn right onto West 24th Street
401 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 24th Street
21
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 40-minute duration, this 268.2-mile drive is best tackled as a single-day trip. Aim for an early morning departure from Moorcroft to maximize daylight and allow ample time for any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 121 miles on I-25, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. With a fuel cost estimated at $43, it's wise to fill up before you leave Moorcroft or at a larger town along I-25. Keep an eye on weather conditions, especially as you approach Cheyenne, as Wyoming weather can change rapidly.
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 134.1 miles from Moorcroft, WY, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.9 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 59 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.1 miles or 2h 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 3h 53m
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 Moorcroft, 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 Moorcroft, WY
This is one driving day of about 268.2 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Moorcroft, 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 I 25 for about 121.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.1 mi from Moorcroft, WY · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.1 miles from Moorcroft, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 25 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.9 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.50 one way
$85.00 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $44.55 | $89.10 |
| premium | $4.53 | $47.84 | $95.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.22 | $118.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.5 | 0 | $28.16 | $12.87 |
| Efficient EV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.47 | $10.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.3 | 1 | $37.55 | $17.16 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Cheyenne on Friday
Local time
11:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Douglas, WY
134 mi in
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
31 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
4h 40m 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 Moorcroft, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 268.2 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, State Highway 59 South, I 90. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.1 miles from Moorcroft, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.50 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 4h 40m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 90 Business; US 14; US 16 / East Converse Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.3 miles (I 90; US 14; US 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 142.9 miles (I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Moorcroft, WY to Cheyenne, 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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