How far is Cody, WY from Rafter J Ranch, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY is about 185.9 miles (299.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 15m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 07m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cody and Rafter J Ranch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and Rafter J Ranch.
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Start on 16th Street
154 m · 19 sec · 16th Street
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Turn right onto Beck Avenue
2501 ft · 1 min · Beck Avenue
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Turn left onto 11th Street
1183 ft · 26 sec · 11th Street
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Turn right onto Canyon Avenue
1566 ft · 50 sec · Canyon Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1279 ft · 44 sec · 8th Street
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Continue on Yellowstone Avenue
2.7 mi · 5 min · Yellowstone Avenue
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Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 1 hr 6 min · North Fork Highway
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Continue on East Entrance Road
25.9 mi · 50 min · East Entrance Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Loop Road
20.6 mi · 35 min · Grand Loop Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Entrance Road
21.5 mi · 39 min · South Entrance Road
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Continue on John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
6.4 mi · 11 min · John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
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Continue on North Park Road
20.5 mi · 37 min · North Park Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Highway 89
23.3 mi · 32 min · North Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Highway 89
30 m · 6 sec · North Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto North Highway 89
6 mi · 9 min · North Highway 89
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Continue on North Cache Street
1.4 km · 3 min · North Cache Street
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Continue on South Cache Drive
120 m · 12 sec · South Cache Drive
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Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
2015 ft · 46 sec · West Pearl Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Continue on South Highway 89
4.3 mi · 7 min · South Highway 89
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Turn right onto South Park Loop Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · South Park Loop Road
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Turn right onto South Park Ranch Road
1539 ft · 1 min · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1300 ft · 57 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1335 ft · 59 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Park Ranch Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cody and Rafter J Ranch.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Fork Highway
Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 01h 06m
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 near Rafter J Ranch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to Rafter J Ranch?
The road trip is about 185.9 miles (299.2 km) and usually takes 05h 07m 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?
Moose Wilson Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.8 miles from Cody and 93 miles from Rafter J Ranch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 70.6 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 6:44 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.54 one way or $51.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.3 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 near Rafter J Ranch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and Rafter J Ranch. Straight-line distance: 115.26 mi (185.5 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 Rafter J Ranch
Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,075 |
| Coordinates | 43.4260400, -110.7990900 |
| Altitude | 1848 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rafter J Ranch (-110.79909, 43.42604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $25.54 | $51.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $27.76 | $55.51 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $29.84 | $59.68 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $35.50 | $71.01 |
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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