How far is Casper, WY from Wilson, WY?
The driving distance from Casper, WY to Wilson, WY is about 291.7 miles (469.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 43m 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 05h 51m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Casper and Wilson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casper and Wilson.
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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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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
1846 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left
107 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
94.3 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Continue straight
17.7 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Main Street
77.9 mi · 1 hr 28 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto East Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Ramshorn Street
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Continue on US 26 / US 287
53.2 mi · 1 hr · US 26 / US 287
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Continue on North Highway 89
17.8 mi · 25 min · North Highway 89
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Turn right onto Teton Park Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Teton Park Road
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Turn left onto Moose-Wilson Road
14.6 mi · 25 min · Moose-Wilson Road
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Continue on Moose - Wilson Road
138 m · 13 sec · Moose - Wilson Road
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Turn right onto West Highway 22
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Highway 22
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Turn right onto West Street
1119 ft · 51 sec · West Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Casper and Wilson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Yellowstone Highway
Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
94.3 mi · 01h 47m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Casper and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Wilson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Casper to Wilson?
The road trip is about 291.7 miles (469.5 km) and usually takes 05h 51m 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?
Pavillion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 145.6 miles from Casper and 146.1 miles from Wilson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:16 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.06 one way or $80.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Casper and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Wilson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Casper and Wilson. Straight-line distance: 233.95 mi (376.5 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 Wilson
Census-designated place (CDP) in Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,482 |
| Coordinates | 43.5007600, -110.8752100 |
| Altitude | 1874 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilson (-110.87521, 43.50076)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 470 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 38m |
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 | $40.06 | $80.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $43.54 | $87.07 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $46.81 | $93.62 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $55.69 | $111.38 |
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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