Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
148.2 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
The drive from Sheridan, WY to Casper, WY covers 148.2 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Main Street, East Burkitt Street, Coffeen Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.1 miles from Sheridan, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Expect a 2h 21m drive with frequent turns across 148.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Burkitt Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coffeen Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Brundage Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bryan Stock Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Sunlight Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, WY and Casper, WY.
Start on West Loucks Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Turn left onto East Burkitt Street
Continue on Coffeen Avenue
Turn left onto East Brundage Lane
Take the ramp right
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, US 26 East, US 87 South: North Beverly Street, Bryan Stock Trail
At the end of the road, turn left onto Bryan Stock Trail
Turn left onto East Sunlight Drive
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Casper, WY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, WY
This is one driving day of about 148.2 miles and 2h 21m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.1 mi from Sheridan, WY · 1h 10m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
74 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Sheridan, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Casper, 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 Casper, WY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$22.71 one way
$45.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $24.69 | $49.37 |
| premium | $4.55 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $31.58 | $63.15 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Sheridan on Saturday
Local time
2:27 AM
MDT
Current temp
30°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Casper on Saturday
Local time
2:27 AM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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