How far is Cody, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to Gillette, WY is about 249.6 miles (401.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Town in Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cody and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and Gillette.
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Start on 16th Street
154 m · 22 sec · 16th Street
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Turn left onto Beck Avenue
150 m · 18 sec · Beck Avenue
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Turn right onto 17th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Greybull Highway
49.9 mi · 56 min · Greybull Highway
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Greybull Avenue
78.8 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Greybull Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2069 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
115.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right
1875 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Skyline Drive
944 ft · 27 sec · Skyline Drive
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Turn slight right
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto South Warren Avenue
719 ft · 34 sec · South Warren Avenue
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
852 ft · 32 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cody and Gillette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Greybull Avenue
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115 mi · 01h 55m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Cody and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to Gillette?
The road trip is about 249.6 miles (401.7 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Dayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124.6 miles from Cody and 125 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.4 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 8:22 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.30 one way or $68.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Cody and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 176.17 mi (283.52 km).
#1 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 4th Street (-105.502224, 44.291248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 402 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $34.30 | $68.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $37.28 | $74.55 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $40.08 | $80.15 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $47.68 | $95.36 |
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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