How far is Cody, WY from Sundance, WY?
The driving distance from Cody, WY to Sundance, WY is about 311.1 miles (500.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 31m 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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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 Sundance.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cody and Sundance.
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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
176.9 mi · 2 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right
1370 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 14
1.1 km · 1 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on South West Street
2644 ft · 45 sec · South West Street
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Continue on East Cleveland Street
1834 ft · 31 sec · East Cleveland Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Cleveland Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cody and Sundance.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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177 mi · 02h 57m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cody to Sundance?
The road trip is about 311.1 miles (500.6 km) and usually takes 05h 45m 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 155.3 miles from Cody and 155.8 miles from Sundance.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 80.2 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 5:28 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.75 one way or $85.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.6 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 Sundance.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cody and Sundance. Straight-line distance: 230.92 mi (371.63 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 Sundance
Town in Crook County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,296 |
| Coordinates | 44.4063700, -104.3757800 |
| Altitude | 1444 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sundance (-104.37578, 44.40637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 501 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 52m |
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 | $42.75 | $85.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $46.46 | $92.91 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $49.95 | $99.90 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $59.42 | $118.85 |
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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