How far is Buffalo, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Buffalo, WY to Cody, WY is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo and Cody.
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Start on North Main Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 90 West, US 87 North: Sheridan
1569 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
45.3 mi · 48 min
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
79 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
52.3 mi · 59 min · North 6th Street
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Continue on 17th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Sheridan Avenue
126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo and Cody.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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79 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Buffalo and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to Cody?
The road trip is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?
Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91 miles from Buffalo and 88.8 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.9 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 10:34 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.68 one way or $49.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Buffalo and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo and Cody. Straight-line distance: 116.95 mi (188.22 km).
#1 Buffalo
City in and county seat of Johnson County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 4,659 |
| Coordinates | 44.3483100, -106.6989400 |
| Altitude | 1416 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056274, 44.526341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $24.68 | $49.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $26.82 | $53.65 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $28.84 | $57.68 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $34.31 | $68.62 |
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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