How far is Buffalo, WY from Sheridan, WY?
The driving distance from Buffalo, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo and Sheridan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo and Sheridan.
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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
30.2 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Brundage Lane
2143 ft · 58 sec
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Turn left onto East Brundage Lane
1798 ft · 36 sec · East Brundage Lane
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Turn right onto Coffeen Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Coffeen Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
654 ft · 18 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Loucks Street
24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo and Sheridan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Buffalo and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sheridan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to Sheridan?
The road trip is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clearmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Buffalo and 17.6 miles from Sheridan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.5 miles (53.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.87 one way or $9.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Buffalo and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sheridan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 33.5 mi (53.91 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 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $6.77 | $13.53 |
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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