Origin
Rock Springs, WY
Morning in Rock Springs on Thursday
Local time
10:43 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rock Springs, WY to Glenrock, WY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
251.5 mi
405 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
★
6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Springs, WY
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Glenrock, WY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 251.5 miles across Wyoming, this journey from Rock Springs to Glenrock takes approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes of drive time. Because the route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, it works best as a focused one-day trip. You should budget about $40 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Mountain West locations. While it is certainly manageable in a single stretch, the winding nature of the roads means you will want to stay alert. Expect a practical, no-frills experience that connects two distinct parts of the state through local thoroughfares.
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
125.7 miles from Rock Springs, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 251.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a technical driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via Agate Street, Edgar Street, and Virginia Street, which keeps the pace steady but requires constant attention to turns. The profile is distinctly turn-heavy, so you won't find long, straight stretches to put your cruise control to work. Instead, the road demands active steering and engagement throughout the entire 251.5-mile journey. Prepare for a road environment that favors local maneuvering over high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 103.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Agate 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 32m drive. You will face about 16 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 (Agate Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Edgar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Virginia Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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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~0m in
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Agate Street
Turn right onto Agate Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Edgar Street
At end of road, turn left onto Edgar Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Virginia Street
Turn right onto Virginia Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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James Drive
At end of road, turn right onto James Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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WY 376 / South Side Belt Route
At end of road, turn left onto WY 376 / South Side Belt Route
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 103.9 mi | 1h 40m |
| WY 220 | 63.7 mi | 1h 12m |
| 3rd Street | 44.1 mi | 50m |
| Casper West Belt | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| US 20 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West Spruce Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Deer Creek Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South 4th Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 103.9 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs, WY and Glenrock, WY.
1
Start on Collins Street
84 ft
·
7 sec
·
Collins Street
2
Turn right onto Agate Street
422 ft
·
18 sec
·
Agate Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Edgar Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Edgar Street
4
Turn right onto Virginia Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Virginia Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto James Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
James Drive
6
At end of road, turn left onto WY 376
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Side Belt Route
7
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30 Business
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
9th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
9
Merge onto I 80; US 30
104 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit onto WY 789
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
WY 789
Toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlins
11
Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; WY 789
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Spruce Street
12
Turn left onto US 287; WY 789
44 mi
·
50 min
·
3rd Street
13
Continue on WY 220
64 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
WY 220
14
Turn left onto WY 257
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Casper West Belt
15
Continue on US 20; US 26
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 20; US 26
16
Take the exit
23 mi
·
24 min
17
Take the exit onto I 25
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 25
Toward I 25 Business: Glenrock, Rolling Hills
18
Turn left onto I 25 Business; WY 95
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Deer Creek Road
19
Continue on I 25 Business; WY 95
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
South 4th Street
20
Turn left onto US 20; US 26; US 87
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Birch Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 20; US 26; US 87
Trip Plan
To keep your 4 hour and 32 minute drive comfortable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major highways, check your navigation frequently to ensure you stay on track through the turns. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to complete the trip during daylight hours, which is helpful given the turn-heavy nature of the path. With a fuel budget of $40, it is wise to top off your tank before departing Rock Springs to avoid any stress during the trip. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the local roads may offer fewer service options than a major interstate corridor.
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 125.7 miles from Rock Springs, WY, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.9 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 55 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.7 miles or 2h 8m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenrock, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rock Springs, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Rock Springs, WY
This is one driving day of about 251.5 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Rock Springs, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 103.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 125.7 mi from Rock Springs, WY · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.7 miles from Rock Springs, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.9 miles.
Arriving in Glenrock, WY
The final approach into Glenrock, 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 Glenrock, 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
$39.85 one way
$79.71 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $41.77 | $83.55 |
| premium | $4.53 | $44.86 | $89.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.53 | $111.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.41 | $12.07 |
| Efficient EV | 62.9 | 0 | $22.01 | $10.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.6 | 1 | $35.21 | $16.10 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 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
Glenrock, WY
Morning in Glenrock on Thursday
Local time
10:43 AM
MDT
Current temp
74°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
11 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 32m 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 Rock Springs, WY to Glenrock, WY covers 251.5 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, WY 220, 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.7 miles from Rock Springs, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.85 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 32m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Agate Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Edgar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Virginia Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Rock Springs, WY to Glenrock, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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