How far is Basin, WY from Rock Springs, WY?
The driving distance from Basin, WY to Rock Springs, WY is about 257.4 miles (414.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 201.7 miles (324.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 51m 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 Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Basin and Rock Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Basin and Rock Springs.
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Start on South 4th Street
29.8 mi · 32 min · South 4th Street
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Turn right onto Russell Avenue
606 ft · 17 sec · Russell Avenue
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Continue on North Railway Avenue
2336 ft · 1 min · North Railway Avenue
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Turn right onto West Big Horn Avenue
32.4 mi · 39 min · West Big Horn Avenue
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Continue on North 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North 6th Street
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Turn right onto Shoshoni Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Shoshoni Street
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Continue straight
31 mi · 36 min
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
18.2 mi · 21 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue straight
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Continue on South Main Street
9.8 mi · 12 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
8.4 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Highway 28
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Turn left onto Farson Mercantile
38.1 mi · 43 min · Farson Mercantile
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Continue on Elk Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · Elk Street
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Turn left onto Bridger Avenue
1383 ft · 27 sec · Bridger Avenue
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Turn right onto M Street
1215 ft · 33 sec · M Street
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Continue on Broadway Street
122 m · 16 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto F Street
70 m · 12 sec · F Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
1116 ft · 33 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Edgar Street
3090 ft · 1 min · Edgar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Agate Street
129 m · 24 sec · Agate Street
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Turn left onto Collins Street
26 m · 4 sec · Collins Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Collins Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Basin and Rock Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 28
Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Sunny leaving Basin and Sunny near Rock Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Basin to Rock Springs?
The road trip is about 257.4 miles (414.3 km) and usually takes 04h 55m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.5 miles from Basin and 127.9 miles from Rock Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 201.7 miles (324.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.7 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 7:08 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.35 one way or $70.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Basin and Sunny near Rock Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Basin and Rock Springs. Straight-line distance: 201.7 mi (324.61 km).
#1 Basin
Town and county seat of Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,257 |
| Coordinates | 44.3799600, -108.0389900 |
| Altitude | 1182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rock Springs
City in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 22,943 |
| Coordinates | 41.5874600, -109.2029000 |
| Altitude | 1947 |
| Country | United States |
End: Collins Street (-109.202964, 41.587676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 414 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 12m |
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 | $35.35 | $70.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $38.42 | $76.83 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $41.30 | $82.61 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $49.14 | $98.28 |
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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