Origin
Riverton, WY
Late night in Riverton on Thursday
Local time
4:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, WY to Laramie, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h
Distance
222.6 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
★
6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
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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Laramie, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Riverton, WY to Laramie, WY covers 222.6 miles and takes about 4h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Gas Hills Road, Sand Draw Road, East Cedar Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
111.3 miles from Riverton, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 222.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 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 4h drive with frequent turns across 222.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gas Hills Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, WY to Laramie, WY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Hills Road | — | — |
| Sand Draw Road | — | — |
| East Cedar Street | — | — |
| Dwight D | — | — |
| I 80 | — | — |
| West Curtis Street | — | — |
| North 4th Street | — | — |
| East Ivinson Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Gas Hills Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, WY and Laramie, WY.
1
Start on North Federal Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Federal Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Gas Hills Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Gas Hills Road
3
Turn straight onto Sand Draw Road
35 mi
·
51 min
·
Sand Draw Road
4
At the end of the road, turn left
42 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
5
Turn right
42 mi
·
48 min
6
Turn left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Cedar Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Cedar Street
8
Take the exit straight
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
9
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
94 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
11
Turn left onto West Curtis Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Curtis Street
12
Turn right onto North 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 4th Street
13
Turn left onto East Ivinson Avenue
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Ivinson Avenue
14
Turn right onto South 5th Street
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
South 5th Street
15
Turn right
46 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 111.3 miles from Riverton, WY, or about 2h into the drive.
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 49 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.3 miles or 2h 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laramie, 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 222.6 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.3 mi from Riverton, WY · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.3 miles from Riverton, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laramie, WY
The final approach into Laramie, 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 Laramie, 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
$35.27 one way
$70.55 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $36.97 | $73.95 |
| premium | $4.53 | $39.71 | $79.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.15 | $98.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.37 | $10.68 |
| Efficient EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.48 | $8.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89 | 1 | $31.16 | $14.25 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Laramie, WY
Late night in Laramie on Thursday
Local time
4:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°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
9 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
4h 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 Laramie, WY covers 222.6 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gas Hills Road, Sand Draw Road, East Cedar Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.3 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 $35.27 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 drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, WY to Laramie, WY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Riverton, WY to Laramie, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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