How far is Cody, WY from North Rock Springs, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to North Rock Springs, WY is about 273.7 miles (440.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 199.5 miles (321 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 33m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Freemont County, Wyoming
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cody and North Rock Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and North Rock Springs.
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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
9.8 mi · 12 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
8.4 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Highway 28
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Turn left onto Farson Mercantile
28.3 mi · 31 min · Farson Mercantile
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Turn right onto Yellowstone Road
6.9 mi · 10 min · Yellowstone Road
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Turn right onto Hoskins Lane
2273 ft · 2 min · Hoskins Lane
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Turn left onto Meadow Drive
1395 ft · 1 min · Meadow Drive
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Turn right onto Mesa Drive
62 m · 9 sec · Mesa Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mesa Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cody and North Rock Springs.
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
Turn right
81.5 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Cody and Sunny near North Rock Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to North Rock Springs?
The road trip is about 273.7 miles (440.4 km) and usually takes 05h 16m 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?
Riverton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.8 miles from Cody and 136.9 miles from North Rock Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 199.5 miles (321 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.2 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 6:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.61 one way or $75.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cody and Sunny near North Rock Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and North Rock Springs. Straight-line distance: 199.46 mi (321 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 North Rock Springs
Census-designated place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming
| Population | 2,207 |
| Coordinates | 41.6435800, -109.2656800 |
| Altitude | 1977 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Rock Springs (-109.26568, 41.64358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 440 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 24m |
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 | $37.61 | $75.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $40.87 | $81.74 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $43.94 | $87.89 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $52.28 | $104.56 |
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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