Origin
Rock Springs, WY
Morning in Rock Springs on Saturday
Local time
9:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Rock Springs, WY to Worland, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
229.9 mi
370 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
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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Worland, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rock Springs, WY to Worland, WY covers 229.9 miles and takes about 4h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 28, WY 789, US 191 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.5 miles on Highway 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.43 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
114.9 miles from Rock Springs, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 229.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 31m highway drive covering 229.9 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 28 and WY 789. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.5 miles on Highway 28.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 28 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 28 and WY 789. 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 31m drive. You will face about 14 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 14 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
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~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
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~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
6
164.4 mi into trip
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~3h 10m 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.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 28 | 66.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| WY 789 | 46.8 mi | 54m |
| US 191 | 38.5 mi | 44m |
| Park Street | 32.8 mi | 40m |
| Idaho Street | 31.9 mi | 38m |
| US 287 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Elk Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 28
— 66.5 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs, WY and Worland, 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
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
9th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
9
Merge onto I 80; US 30
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit onto US 191
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 191
Toward US 191 North
11
Turn right onto US 191
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elk Street
12
Continue on US 191
38 mi
·
43 min
·
US 191
13
Turn right onto WY 28
66 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Highway 28
14
Continue on US 287; WY 789
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
US 287; WY 789
15
Turn right onto WY 789
47 mi
·
54 min
·
WY 789
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
38 min
·
Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 20; WY 789
33 mi
·
40 min
·
Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
US 16
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 114.9 miles from Rock Springs, WY, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 51 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.9 miles or 2h 13m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worland, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
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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 Rock Springs, WY
This is one driving day of about 229.9 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 Highway 28 for about 66.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.9 mi from Rock Springs, WY · 2h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.9 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 Highway 28 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.
Arriving in Worland, WY
The final approach into Worland, 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 Worland, 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
$36.43 one way
$72.86 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $38.19 | $76.37 |
| premium | $4.53 | $41.01 | $82.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.76 | $101.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69 | 0 | $24.14 | $11.04 |
| Efficient EV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.12 | $9.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92 | 1 | $32.19 | $14.71 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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
Worland, WY
Morning in Worland on Saturday
Local time
9:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Riverton, WY
115 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
13 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 31m 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 Worland, WY covers 229.9 miles and takes about 4h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 28, WY 789, US 191. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.9 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 $36.43 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 31m drive. You will face about 14 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 Worland, 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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