Sheridan, WY to Basin, WY is 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 13m via US 14 and I 90, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, moving from one Wyoming town to another. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, ideal for a single-day journey. Plan for a simple transit between these two points with minimal complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.9 miles from Sheridan, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 101.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major highways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 79 miles on US 14, offering a consistent pace. The drive primarily consists of highway travel, providing a smooth and direct connection between your starting and ending points. Expect a practical, no-frills driving experience rather than a winding scenic byway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 79 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 14 and I 90. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sheridan, WY to Basin, WY is easy. At 2h 13m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (I 90; US 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street
Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
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3.3 mi into trip|~6m in|I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
Take the ramp onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
Navigation decision point
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14.6 mi into trip|~18m in|I 90; US 87
Take the exit onto I 90; US 87 toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-...
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15.1 mi into trip|~19m in|US 14
Turn left onto US 14
Navigation decision point
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94.1 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|US 16; US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sheridan, WY and Basin, WY, road signs point toward Greybull-Lovell and Yellowstone-Teton National Parks.
Greybull-Lovell
14.6 mi in|~18m|via I 90; US 87
Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
14.6 mi in|~18m|via I 90; US 87
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 14
79 mi
1h 43m
I 90
11.4 mi
12m
South 6th Street
7.7 mi
9m
North Main Street
3.3 mi
6m
I 90 Business
0.4 mi
<1m
West Loucks Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
South 4th Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 14
— 79 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, WY and Basin, WY.
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Start on West Loucks Street
80 ft·9 sec·West Loucks Street
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Turn left onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
3.3 mi·6 min·North Main Street
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Take the ramp onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
0.4 mi·47 sec·I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
4
Merge onto I 90; US 14; US 87
11 mi·11 min·I 90; US 14; US 87
5
Take the exit onto I 90; US 87
0.4 mi·1 min·I 90; US 87
Toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
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Turn left onto US 14
79 mi·1 hr 43 min·US 14
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Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789
7.7 mi·9 min·South 6th Street
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Arrive at destination
US 16; US 20; WY 789
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2h 13m, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. With no designated stops in the data, consider making a brief fuel or stretch break if needed, especially during the 79-mile stretch on US 14. Fuel costs are estimated at $16, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave Sheridan. Keep an eye on road conditions, as is always prudent in Wyoming, particularly if traveling during shoulder seasons.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from Sheridan, WY, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.9 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Basin, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, WY
This is one driving day of about 101.8 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Sheridan, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 14 for about 79 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.9 mi from Sheridan, WY
· 1h 7m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.13 one way
$32.26 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$16.91
$33.82
premium
$4.53
$18.16
$36.32
diesel
$5.61
$22.48
$44.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.69
$4.89
Efficient EV
25.5
0
$8.91
$4.07
EV Truck/SUV
40.7
0
$14.25
$6.52
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Sheridan, WY
Morning
in Sheridan on Saturday
Local time
8:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Basin, WY
Morning
in Basin on Saturday
Local time
8:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
27 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
2h 13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Sheridan, WY to Basin, WY covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 14, I 90, South 6th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.9 miles from Sheridan, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Sheridan, WY to Basin, WY is easy. At 2h 13m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (I 90; US 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sheridan, WY and Basin, WY, road signs point toward Greybull-Lovell and Yellowstone-Teton National Parks.
