How far is Cody, WY from Lander, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to Lander, WY is about 162.8 miles (262 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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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 Cody and Lander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and Lander.
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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
1.4 mi · 2 min · Greybull Highway
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Turn right
81.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
2829 ft · 2 min · South 8th Street
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Turn right onto Shoshoni Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Shoshoni Street
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Continue straight
31 mi · 36 min
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
18.2 mi · 21 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue straight
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Continue on South Main Street
9.7 mi · 11 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2095 ft · 41 sec · East Main 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 Cody and Lander.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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81.5 mi · 01h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cody and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to Lander?
The road trip is about 162.8 miles (262 km) and usually takes 02h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Thermopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.5 miles from Cody and 81.2 miles from Lander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.35 one way or $44.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cody and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lander.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and Lander. Straight-line distance: 118.12 mi (190.1 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 Lander
City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 7,467 |
| Coordinates | 42.8330100, -108.7306700 |
| Altitude | 1632 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-108.730657, 42.833044)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 262 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $22.35 | $44.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.29 | $48.57 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.11 | $52.22 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.06 | $62.13 |
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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