How far is Casper, WY from Lusk, WY?
The driving distance from Casper, WY to Lusk, WY is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Casper and Lusk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casper and Lusk.
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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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Continue on North Beverly Street
1150 ft · 30 sec · North Beverly Street
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Turn left onto East Yellowstone Highway
1535 ft · 26 sec · East Yellowstone Highway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 25 South: Douglas
1542 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
59.4 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18 East, US 20 East: Lusk
1532 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 18/20
18.4 mi · 20 min · US Highway 18/20
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Continue on US Highway 20
23.3 mi · 25 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on West 8th Street
882 ft · 32 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2604 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Casper and Lusk.
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 25 South
Merge slight left
59.4 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Casper and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Lusk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Casper to Lusk?
The road trip is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km) and usually takes 01h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Douglas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.3 miles from Casper and 52.5 miles from Lusk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.6 miles (152.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.40 one way or $28.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Casper and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Lusk.
Stop Ideas Near Douglas
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Douglas City Hall Historic
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Casper and Lusk. Straight-line distance: 94.59 mi (152.23 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 Lusk
Town in Wyoming
| Population | 1,474 |
| Coordinates | 42.7624700, -104.4521700 |
| Altitude | 1530 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lusk (-104.45217, 42.76247)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $14.40 | $28.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $16.83 | $33.66 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $20.02 | $40.05 |
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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