How far is Arapahoe, WY from Jackson, WY?
The driving distance from Arapahoe, WY to Jackson, WY is about 171.4 miles (275.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m 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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arapahoe and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arapahoe and Jackson.
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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
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto East Adams Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · East Adams Avenue
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Continue on Riverview Road
2698 ft · 1 min · Riverview Road
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Turn right onto Major Avenue
754 ft · 26 sec · Major Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
76.3 mi · 1 hr 24 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto East Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Ramshorn Street
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Continue on US 26 / US 287
53.2 mi · 1 hr · US 26 / US 287
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Continue on North Highway 89
23.3 mi · 32 min · North Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Highway 89
30 m · 6 sec · North Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto North Highway 89
6 mi · 9 min · North Highway 89
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Continue on North Cache Street
1.3 km · 3 min · North Cache Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cache Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arapahoe and Jackson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
76.3 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Arapahoe and Partly Cloudy near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arapahoe to Jackson?
The road trip is about 171.4 miles (275.9 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Dubois is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.6 miles from Arapahoe and 85.8 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.5 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 10:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.55 one way or $47.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Arapahoe and Partly Cloudy near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arapahoe and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 119.88 mi (192.93 km).
#1 Arapahoe
Census-designated place in Fremont County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,656 |
| Coordinates | 42.9621800, -108.4898300 |
| Altitude | 1526 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
Town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 10,572 |
| Coordinates | 43.4799300, -110.7624300 |
| Altitude | 1901 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-110.76243, 43.47993)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $23.55 | $47.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.60 | $51.20 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.52 | $55.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.74 | $65.49 |
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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