How far is Casper, WY from Lovell, WY?
The driving distance from Casper, WY to Lovell, WY is about 249.4 miles (401.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171 miles (275.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 16m 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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Halfway Point
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City in and county seat of Johnson County, Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Casper and Lovell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casper and Lovell.
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Start on North Sunlight Drive
1368 ft · 1 min · North Sunlight Drive
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Turn right
770 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto East Sunlight Drive
2655 ft · 2 min · East Sunlight Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bryan Stock Trail
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Turn right onto East F Street
967 ft · 16 sec · East F Street
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Take the ramp straight
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
111.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West, US 87 North: Sheridan
48.4 mi · 52 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
31.8 mi · 41 min
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Turn right onto Medicine Wheel Passage
52.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
3219 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
154 m · 20 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Casper and Lovell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East F Street
Continue straight
112 mi · 01h 45m
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 Casper and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Lovell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Casper to Lovell?
The road trip is about 249.4 miles (401.3 km) and usually takes 04h 38m 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?
Buffalo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124.6 miles from Casper and 124.8 miles from Lovell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171 miles (275.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 78.4 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 7:44 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.26 one way or $68.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Casper and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Lovell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Casper and Lovell. Straight-line distance: 171 mi (275.2 km).
#1 Casper
The most populous city in Natrona County, Wyoming.
| Population | 58,498 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666300, -106.3130800 |
| Altitude | 1560 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lovell
Town in Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,327 |
| Coordinates | 44.8374500, -108.3895600 |
| Altitude | 1168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lovell (-108.38956, 44.83745)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 401 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $34.26 | $68.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $37.23 | $74.47 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $40.03 | $80.06 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $47.63 | $95.25 |
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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