How far is Cody, WY from Moorcroft, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to Moorcroft, WY is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 23m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cody and Moorcroft.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and Moorcroft.
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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
144.5 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right
1575 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto West Converse Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Converse Street
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Turn right onto South Yellowstone Avenue
25 m · 2 sec · South Yellowstone Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Yellowstone Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cody and Moorcroft.
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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144 mi · 02h 23m
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 Likely near Moorcroft.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to Moorcroft?
The road trip is about 278.2 miles (447.8 km) and usually takes 05h 11m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.9 miles from Cody and 139.4 miles from Moorcroft.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.23 one way or $76.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Cody and Rain And Snow Likely near Moorcroft.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and Moorcroft. Straight-line distance: 203.52 mi (327.53 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 Moorcroft
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,084 |
| Coordinates | 44.2633100, -104.9502500 |
| Altitude | 1288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Moorcroft (-104.95025, 44.26331)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 448 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $38.23 | $76.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.55 | $83.10 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.67 | $89.34 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $53.15 | $106.29 |
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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