How far is Afton, WY from Evanston, WY?
The driving distance from Afton, WY to Evanston, WY is about 121.5 miles (195.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.7 miles (162 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 11m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Lincoln County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Afton and Evanston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Afton and Evanston.
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Start on the route
33 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
135 m · 25 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto Washington Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Washington Street
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Continue on US Highway 89
30.9 mi · 36 min · US Highway 89
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Turn left
1.3 km · 57 sec
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Continue straight
9.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 30
29.7 mi · 34 min · US Highway 30
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
29 mi · 33 min
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto Bear River Drive
1956 ft · 56 sec · Bear River Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bear River Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Afton and Evanston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 89
Continue on US Highway 89
30.9 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain And Snow leaving Afton and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Evanston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Afton to Evanston?
The road trip is about 121.5 miles (195.5 km) and usually takes 02h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cokeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.6 miles from Afton and 60.8 miles from Evanston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.7 miles (162 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.70 one way or $33.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow around Afton and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Evanston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Afton and Evanston. Straight-line distance: 100.66 mi (161.99 km).
#1 Afton
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,071 |
| Coordinates | 42.7249300, -110.9318700 |
| Altitude | 1902 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Evanston
City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 11,570 |
| Coordinates | 41.2682800, -110.9632400 |
| Altitude | 2057 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bear River Drive (-110.96333, 41.268342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $16.70 | $33.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $19.52 | $39.03 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $23.22 | $46.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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