Origin
Torrington, WY
Morning in Torrington on Saturday
Local time
7:27 AM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
83.2 mi
134 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Torrington, WY
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Cheyenne, WY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 83.2 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Street, US Highway 85, US 85 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.6 miles on State Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.18 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.
Midpoint
41.6 miles from Torrington, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 83.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 46m drive with frequent turns across 83.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Street is the longest continuous segment at about 55.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 76 miles in near US 85.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, WY is easy. At 1h 46m with 29% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 76 miles (US 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.5 miles (I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.1 miles (West 24th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
76 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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US 85
Keep slight left at fork onto US 85 toward I 25 South, US 85 South, US 87 South: Cheyenne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 South, US 85 South, US 87 South: Ch...
6
80.5 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Aven...
3
83.1 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
|
West 24th Street
Turn right onto West 24th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Street | 55.6 mi | 1h 6m |
| US Highway 85 | 19.2 mi | 28m |
| US 85 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Central Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| I 25 BUS | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 24th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Street
— 55.6 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Torrington, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
1
Start on US 85 Business; WY 92
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 85; WY 92
19 mi
·
28 min
·
US Highway 85
3
Continue on US 85
469 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 85
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
State Street
5
Take the ramp onto US 85
185 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 85
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 85
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 85
Toward I 25 South, US 85 South, US 87 South: Cheyenne
7
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
8
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
9
Continue on I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
10
Turn right onto West 24th Street
401 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 24th Street
11
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
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 41.6 miles from Torrington, WY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.6 miles or 55m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cheyenne, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Torrington, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Torrington, WY
This is one driving day of about 83.2 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Torrington, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Street for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.6 mi from Torrington, WY · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.6 miles from Torrington, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cheyenne, WY
The final approach into Cheyenne, WY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.18 one way
$26.37 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| premium | $4.53 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
| Efficient EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.32 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Cheyenne, WY
Morning in Cheyenne on Saturday
Local time
7:27 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
La Grange, WY
42 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
8 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 46m 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 Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, WY covers 83.2 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Street, US Highway 85, US 85. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.6 miles from Torrington, WY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.18 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 Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, WY is easy. At 1h 46m with 29% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 76 miles (US 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.5 miles (I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.1 miles (West 24th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Torrington, WY to Cheyenne, 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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