How far is Cheyenne, WY from Kemmerer, WY?
The driving distance from Cheyenne, WY to Kemmerer, WY is about 342.3 miles (550.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 299.4 miles (481.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 37m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cheyenne and Kemmerer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne and Kemmerer.
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Start on West 24th Street
122 m · 15 sec · West 24th Street
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
2887 ft · 49 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West Lincolnway
2.5 mi · 4 min · West Lincolnway
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Take the ramp slight right
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
291.7 mi · 4 hr 48 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West: Kemmerer, Pocatello
44.2 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30, US 189: Kemmerer, Diamondville
1683 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 30, US 189: Kemmerer, Diamondville
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on Highway 30/189
1 mi · 2 min · Highway 30/189
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Continue on Central Avenue
901 ft · 15 sec · Central Avenue
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Continue on Coral Street
1198 ft · 34 sec · Coral Street
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Continue on Pine Street
112 m · 16 sec · Pine Street
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Turn left onto Opal Street
54 m · 10 sec · Opal Street
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Turn right
62 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cheyenne and Kemmerer.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
292 mi · 04h 48m
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 then Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Cheyenne and Sunny near Kemmerer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cheyenne to Kemmerer?
The road trip is about 342.3 miles (550.9 km) and usually takes 05h 48m 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?
Wamsutter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 170.8 miles from Cheyenne and 171.5 miles from Kemmerer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 299.4 miles (481.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:22 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.03 one way or $94.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 107.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers around Cheyenne and Sunny near Kemmerer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cheyenne and Kemmerer. Straight-line distance: 299.37 mi (481.79 km).
#1 Cheyenne
The most populous city in Laramie County, Wyoming.
| Population | 64,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.1399800, -104.8202500 |
| Altitude | 1856 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kemmerer
City in Wyoming, USA, seat of Lincoln County
| Population | 2,763 |
| Coordinates | 41.7924500, -110.5376700 |
| Altitude | 2118 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kemmerer (-110.53767, 41.79245)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 551 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 16m |
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 | $47.03 | $94.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $51.11 | $102.22 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $54.95 | $109.90 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $65.38 | $130.75 |
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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