Origin
Riverton, WY
Morning in Riverton on Saturday
Local time
8:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
117.5 mi
189 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, WY
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Basin, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Park Street, Idaho Street, North 10th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.4 miles on Park Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.62 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.
Midpoint
58.8 miles from Riverton, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 117.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 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 2h 19m drive with frequent turns across 117.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park Street is the longest continuous segment at about 32.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in near US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY is easy. At 2h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles (US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles (North Railway Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
22.1 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
54 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
3
87.2 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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North Railway Avenue
Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
87.8 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
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US 16; US 20; WY 789 / North 10th Street
Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789 / North 10th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | 32.4 mi | 39m |
| Idaho Street | 31.9 mi | 38m |
| North 10th Street | 29.8 mi | 32m |
| North Federal Boulevard | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| South 6th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North Railway Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Russell Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 4th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Park Street
— 32.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, WY and Basin, WY.
1
Start on US 26; WY 789
22 mi
·
25 min
·
North Federal Boulevard
2
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
38 min
·
Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
39 min
·
Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Railway Avenue
6
Continue on Russell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Russell Avenue
7
Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789
30 mi
·
32 min
·
North 10th Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 16; US 20; WY 789
Trip Plan
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 58.8 miles from Riverton, WY, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 26 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.8 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Basin, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Riverton, 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 Riverton, WY
This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Riverton, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Park Street for about 32.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.8 mi from Riverton, WY · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Riverton, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Basin, WY
The final approach into Basin, 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 Basin, 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
$18.62 one way
$37.24 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $19.52 | $39.03 |
| premium | $4.53 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.34 | $5.64 |
| Efficient EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.28 | $4.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47 | 0 | $16.45 | $7.52 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Basin, WY
Morning in Basin on Saturday
Local time
8:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
31 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
2h 19m 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 Riverton, WY to Basin, WY covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Street, Idaho Street, North 10th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.8 miles from Riverton, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.62 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.
The drive from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY is easy. At 2h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles (US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles (North Railway Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Riverton, WY to Basin, 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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