How far is Casper, WY from Ranchettes, WY?
The driving distance from Casper, WY to Ranchettes, WY is about 175 miles (281.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Platte County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain And Snow Showers Likely
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Casper and Ranchettes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casper and Ranchettes.
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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
169.5 mi · 2 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 85 North, WY 211: Torrington, Horse Creek Road
1202 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Horse Creek Road
2900 ft · 60 sec · Horse Creek Road
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Continue on Iron Mountain Road
2 mi · 5 min · Iron Mountain Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iron Mountain Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Casper and Ranchettes.
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
169 mi · 02h 45m
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 Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ranchettes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Casper to Ranchettes?
The road trip is about 175 miles (281.7 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Glendo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.5 miles from Casper and 87.6 miles from Ranchettes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.06 one way or $48.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Casper and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ranchettes.
Stop Ideas Near Glendo
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Glendo.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Casper and Ranchettes. Straight-line distance: 138.09 mi (222.24 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 Ranchettes
Census-designated place in Laramie County, Wyoming
| Population | 5,798 |
| Coordinates | 41.2185900, -104.7902500 |
| Altitude | 1890 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ranchettes (-104.79025, 41.21859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 282 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $24.06 | $48.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $26.15 | $52.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $28.11 | $56.23 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.45 | $66.89 |
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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