How far is Cheyenne, WY from Powell, WY?
Fastest route
The route from Cheyenne, Wyoming to Powell, Wyoming 82435 is approximately 413 miles and takes about 6 hours and 3 minutes via I-25 N and US-20 W.
Directions
- Head southwest on W 24th St toward Carey Ave.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Carey Ave.
- Slight left onto Randall Ave.
- Turn right onto Hynds Blvd (signs for I-25 N).
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-25 N.
- Follow I-25 N and US-20 W to WY-120 W/Broadway St in Thermopolis.
- Take exit 189 toward Shoshoni/Port of Entry.
- Use any lane to turn left onto US-20 W/US-26.
- Keep left to stay on US-20 W/US-26, follow signs for Casper.
- Turn right onto US-20 W/US-26 W.
- Turn right onto US-20 W/Idaho St.
- Continue to follow US-20 W.
- Turn left onto WY-120 W/Broadway St.
- Continue to follow WY-120 W.
- Follow US-14 ALT E to S Bent St in Powell.
- Turn right onto US-14 E/US-16 E/US-20 E.
- Turn left onto Beacon Hill Rd/County Hwy 3CX.
- Turn right onto US-14 ALT E.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- ⛽ Plan for rest stops and meal breaks along the way.
- 🚦 Check real-time traffic conditions before starting the trip.
- 🗺️ Keep a map or navigation device handy for easy navigation.
- 🛣️ Follow the road signs and directions carefully.
- 🚧 Be aware of any construction or detours on the route.
- 📱 Consider using a GPS or navigation app for precise directions.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 30m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Town in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cheyenne and Powell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne and Powell.
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Start on West 24th Street
89 m · 12 sec · West 24th Street
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Turn right onto Carey Avenue
565 ft · 13 sec · Carey Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Randall Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Randall Avenue
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Turn right onto Hynds Boulevard
103 m · 6 sec · Hynds Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
1190 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
75.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Continue straight
34 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
62.3 mi · 1 hr 5 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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14
Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
93.8 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Turn right onto Idaho Street
31.7 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
2829 ft · 2 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
81.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Greybull Highway
2835 ft · 53 sec · Greybull Highway
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Turn left onto Beacon Hill Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Beacon Hill Road
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Turn right onto Powell Highway
14.7 mi · 16 min · Powell Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
4.2 mi · 5 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on West Coulter Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Coulter Avenue
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Turn left onto South Bent Street
901 ft · 26 sec · South Bent Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Bent Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cheyenne and Powell.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
West Yellowstone Highway
Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
93.8 mi · 01h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cheyenne and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Powell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cheyenne to Powell?
The road trip is about 413.1 miles (664.9 km) and usually takes 06h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mountain View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 206.5 miles from Cheyenne and 206.6 miles from Powell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 319.3 miles (513.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 93.8 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.76 one way or $113.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 129.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cheyenne and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Powell.
Stop Ideas Near Mountain View
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 Mountain View.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cheyenne and Powell. Straight-line distance: 319.28 mi (513.83 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 Powell
City in Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,127 |
| Coordinates | 44.7538400, -108.7573500 |
| Altitude | 1339 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Bent Street (-108.757586, 44.75384)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 665 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $56.76 | $113.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $61.69 | $123.38 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $66.32 | $132.65 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $78.91 | $157.81 |
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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