How far is Arapahoe, WY from Cheyenne, WY?
The driving distance from Arapahoe, WY to Cheyenne, WY is about 276.8 miles (445.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 226.4 miles (364.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arapahoe and Cheyenne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arapahoe and Cheyenne.
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Start on Left Hand Ditch Road
1.3 km · 3 min · Left Hand Ditch Road
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Turn left onto Rendezvous Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Rendezvous Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Rendezvous Road
2.9 mi · 3 min · Rendezvous Road
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Turn left
40.7 mi · 46 min
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Continue straight
76.9 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit right
62.8 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Continue straight
34.1 mi · 32 min
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Continue on Cheyenne
75.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
1363 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West 24th Street
122 m · 11 sec · West 24th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 24th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arapahoe and Cheyenne.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Rendezvous Road
Continue straight
76.9 mi · 01h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Arapahoe and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cheyenne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arapahoe to Cheyenne?
The road trip is about 276.8 miles (445.4 km) and usually takes 04h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Glenrock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152.7 miles from Arapahoe and 124 miles from Cheyenne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 226.4 miles (364.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.03 one way or $76.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 86.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Arapahoe and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cheyenne.
Stop Ideas Near Glenrock
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Glenrock.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arapahoe and Cheyenne. Straight-line distance: 226.45 mi (364.44 km).
#1 Arapahoe
Census-designated place in Fremont County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,656 |
| Coordinates | 42.9621800, -108.4898300 |
| Altitude | 1526 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cheyenne
The most populous city in Laramie County, Wyoming.
| Population | 64,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.1399800, -104.8202500 |
| Altitude | 1856 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 24th Street (-104.820107, 41.139762)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 445 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 27m |
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 | $38.03 | $76.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.34 | $82.67 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.44 | $88.89 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $52.88 | $105.75 |
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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