Origin
Saratoga, WY
Afternoon in Saratoga on Saturday
Local time
2:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saratoga, WY to Evanston, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
250.8 mi
404 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saratoga, WY
Tom Fisk
Evanston, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saratoga, WY to Evanston, WY covers 250.8 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, State Highway 130, US 30 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 228.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.74 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
125.4 miles from Saratoga, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 228.9 mi | 3h 43m |
| State Highway 130 | 19.6 mi | 21m |
| US 30 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Front Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 1st Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bear River Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Bridge Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 228.9 mi, about 3h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saratoga, WY and Evanston, WY.
1
Start on East Bridge Avenue
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Bridge Avenue
2
Turn right onto WY 130; WY 230
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
3
Continue on WY 130; WY 230
20 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 130
4
Continue on US 30; US 287
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 30; US 287
5
Take the ramp onto US 30; US 287
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 30; US 287
6
Merge onto I 80; US 30; US 287
229 mi
·
3 hr 43 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 5
Toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
8
Turn right onto WY 89
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
9
Turn right onto Bear River Drive
351 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bear River Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Bear River Drive
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 125.4 miles from Saratoga, WY, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 228.9 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 5m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evanston, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saratoga, 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 Saratoga, WY
This is one driving day of about 250.8 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Saratoga, 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 228.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 125.4 miles from Saratoga, 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 228.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 250.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WY 130; WY 230 / North 1st Street
Turn right onto WY 130; WY 230 / North 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
20.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 30; US 287
Take the ramp onto US 30; US 287
Navigation decision point
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 80; US 30; US 287 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80; US 30; US 287 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
249.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
4
250.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
|
Bear River Drive
Turn right onto Bear River Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.74 one way
$79.49 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $41.66 | $83.32 |
| premium | $4.53 | $44.74 | $89.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.37 | $110.75 |
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: 87.8 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 | 75.2 | 0 | $26.33 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.3 | 1 | $35.11 | $16.05 |
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
Evanston, WY
Afternoon in Evanston on Saturday
Local time
2:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
26 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 9m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
250.8 mi in 4h 9m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 228.9 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 around 0.1 miles in near WY 130; WY 230 / North 1st 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 9m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WY 130; WY 230 / North 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.4 miles (US 30; US 287): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (I 80; US 30; US 287 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 250.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 228.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WY can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WY 130; WY 230 / North 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.4 miles (US 30; US 287): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (I 80; US 30; US 287 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Evanston, WY, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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