Origin
Riverton, WY
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Drive Time
5h 12m
Distance
297.7 mi
479 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 59m
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6 AM
5h 12m
8 AM
5h 39m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, WY
Tom Fisk
Cheyenne, WY
Robert Moss
Trip Overview
Traveling from Riverton to Cheyenne covers 297.7 miles, making for a manageable single-day journey of approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes. You will primarily navigate via US 20, North Federal Boulevard, and a significant stretch of I-25. Budgeting around $47 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for this Mountain West transit. While you could easily complete this drive in one long day, planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the time behind the wheel. The route stays entirely within Wyoming, offering a consistent experience as you transition between these two distinct hubs.
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
148.9 miles from Riverton, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 65% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a mix of local roads and high-speed interstate travel, including a substantial 113.6-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-25. The road's personality shifts from the initial local segments to the more consistent, fast-paced rhythm of the interstate. Expect a practical driving environment that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads. Staying alert during the long highway segments is essential as the landscape unfolds across the Wyoming plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 113.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and US 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 115.9 miles in near US 20; US 26.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 12m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 115.9 miles (US 20; US 26): Navigation decision point; at 118.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 295 miles (I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
115.9 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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US 20; US 26
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
Navigation decision point
4
118.6 mi into trip
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~2h 14m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
295 mi into trip
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~5h 8m 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...
3
297.7 mi into trip
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~5h 12m in
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West 24th Street
Turn right onto West 24th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 113.6 mi | 1h 47m |
| US 20 | 79.6 mi | 1h 30m |
| North Federal Boulevard | 39 mi | 44m |
| Central Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| I 25 BUS | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 24th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 113.6 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
1
Start on US 26; WY 789
39 mi
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44 min
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North Federal Boulevard
2
Continue on US 20; US 26
77 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
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US 20; US 26
3
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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US 20; US 26
4
Take the exit
63 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
5
Continue on I 25; US 26; US 87
34 mi
·
31 min
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I 25; US 26; US 87
6
Continue on I 25; US 87
76 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 25; US 87
Toward Cheyenne
7
Continue on I 25; US 85; US 87
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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I 25; US 85; US 87
8
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
9
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
10
Continue on I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
11
Turn right onto West 24th Street
401 ft
·
10 sec
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West 24th Street
12
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth trip, aim for a morning departure to maximize daylight hours during your 5-hour and 12-minute transit. Since you only have one planned stop in your itinerary, identify a midway point early to stretch your legs and refuel. Keeping an eye on your gas gauge is vital, especially during that 113.6-mile stretch on I-25 where services may be more spaced out. Because this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic or weather conditions. Always double-check your vehicle's fluids before hitting the highway to account for the consistent speeds maintained on the interstate portions of the route.
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 148.9 miles from Riverton, WY, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.6 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148.9 miles or 2h 47m 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 20m
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 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 297.7 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Riverton, 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 113.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 148.9 mi from Riverton, WY · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
149 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 148.9 miles from Riverton, 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 113.6 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
$47.17 one way
$94.35 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
104 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $49.59 | $99.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $53.08 | $106.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.14 | $132.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.3 | 1 | $31.26 | $14.29 |
| Efficient EV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.05 | $11.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.1 | 1 | $41.68 | $19.05 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Cheyenne, WY
Afternoon in Cheyenne on Sunday
Local time
3:28 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 12m 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 Riverton, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 297.7 miles and takes about 5h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 25, US 20, North Federal Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 148.9 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 $47.17 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 12m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 115.9 miles (US 20; US 26): Navigation decision point; at 118.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 295 miles (I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Riverton, WY to Cheyenne, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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