How far is Cheyenne, WY from Ranchester, WY?
The driving distance from Cheyenne, WY to Ranchester, WY is about 340.1 miles (547.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 286 miles (460.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 12m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cheyenne and Ranchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheyenne and Ranchester.
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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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Continue straight
111.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West, US 87 North: Sheridan
48.4 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
1.5 km · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dayton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cheyenne and Ranchester.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Hynds Boulevard
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112 mi · 01h 45m
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 Chance Rain Showers leaving Cheyenne and Rain near Ranchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cheyenne to Ranchester?
The road trip is about 340.1 miles (547.3 km) and usually takes 05h 36m 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?
Evansville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 170 miles from Cheyenne and 170.1 miles from Ranchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 286 miles (460.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.1 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 5:48 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.72 one way or $93.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 106.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Cheyenne and Rain near Ranchester.
Stop Ideas Near Evansville
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 Evansville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cheyenne and Ranchester. Straight-line distance: 286 mi (460.28 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 Ranchester
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,082 |
| Coordinates | 44.9088600, -107.1634100 |
| Altitude | 1147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ranchester (-107.16341, 44.90886)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 547 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 14m |
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 | $46.72 | $93.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $50.77 | $101.54 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $54.59 | $109.18 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $64.94 | $129.89 |
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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