Origin
Sundance, WY
Afternoon in Sundance on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
61.4 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sundance, WY
Diana Reyes
Gillette, WY
cottonbro studio
Trip Overview
Connecting Sundance to Gillette, this 61.4-mile trek is a straightforward transit across Wyoming's Mountain West region. You can expect to complete the journey in about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With fuel costs estimated at $10, it is an economical route for travelers moving between these two communities. Since the drive is relatively short and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It serves as a practical link for anyone navigating the I-90 corridor.
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
30.7 miles from Sundance, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience with 97% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90 Business, which accounts for a 58.8-mile stretch of the journey. The transition from Sundance to Gillette relies on a combination of East 4th Street and US Highway 14 to bridge the gap. Because the route is dominated by high-speed transit, you will find it to be a consistent and predictable drive. This is a purposeful, no-nonsense road that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 58.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 Business and East 4th Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near I 90 Business.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY is easy. At 1h 5m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 90 Business): Navigation decision point; at 59.5 miles (I 90 Business; US 14; US 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.5 miles (Stanley Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 90 Business
Take the ramp onto I 90 Business
Navigation decision point
6
59.5 mi into trip
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~1h in
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I 90 Business; US 14; US 16
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 14; US 16 toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 128
Toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
4
60.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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Stanley Avenue
Turn left onto Stanley Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
60.5 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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East 4th Street
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 Business | 58.8 mi | 1h |
| East 4th Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 14 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South West Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Cleveland Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Stanley Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90 Business
— 58.8 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sundance, WY and Gillette, WY.
1
Start on I 90 Business; US 14
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Cleveland Street
2
Continue on I 90 Business; US 14
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South West Street
3
Continue on I 90 Business; US 14
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 14
4
Take the ramp onto I 90 Business
58 mi
·
58 min
·
I 90 Business
5
Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 14; US 16
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 90 Business; US 14; US 16
Exit 128
Toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
6
Continue on I 90 Business; US 14; US 16; WY 51
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 Business; US 14; US 16; WY 51
7
Turn left onto Stanley Avenue
208 ft
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9 sec
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Stanley Avenue
8
Turn right onto East 4th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East 4th Street
Use the none lane.
9
Arrive at destination
East 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive, you don't need to worry about planning complex rest stops along the way. You have the freedom to depart whenever you like, as the lack of scheduled stops gives you total control over your arrival time in Gillette. Keep in mind that because the route is entirely highway-based, maintaining a steady pace is easy throughout the 1 hour and 5 minute duration. For the best experience, double-check your fuel levels before leaving Sundance to ensure your $10 budget estimate stays accurate. Use the flexibility of this short trip to your advantage by tailoring your departure to avoid peak traffic hours in either town.
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 30.7 miles from Sundance, WY, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.8 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 61.4 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.7 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gillette, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sundance, 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 Sundance, WY
This is one driving day of about 61.4 miles and 1h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sundance, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 90 Business for about 58.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.7 mi from Sundance, WY · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Sundance, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gillette, WY
The final approach into Gillette, 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 Gillette, 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
$9.73 one way
$19.46 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $10.23 | $20.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Gillette, WY
Afternoon in Gillette on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
MDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
33°F
Upton, WY
31 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
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
1h 5m 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 Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY covers 61.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90 Business, East 4th Street, US Highway 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.7 miles from Sundance, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.73 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 Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY is easy. At 1h 5m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 90 Business): Navigation decision point; at 59.5 miles (I 90 Business; US 14; US 16): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.5 miles (Stanley Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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