How far is Douglas, WY from Sheridan, WY?
The driving distance from Douglas, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 196.5 miles (316.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Douglas and Sheridan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglas and Sheridan.
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Start on the route
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto East Center Street
1767 ft · 41 sec · East Center Street
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Continue on West Yellowstone Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North, US 87 North, US 20 West, US 26 West
2069 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
48.8 mi · 51 min
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Continue straight
111.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West, US 87 North: Sheridan
31.5 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Brundage Lane
2143 ft · 58 sec
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Turn left onto East Brundage Lane
1798 ft · 36 sec · East Brundage Lane
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Turn right onto Coffeen Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Coffeen Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
654 ft · 18 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Loucks Street
24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Douglas and Sheridan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 25 North
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112 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Douglas and Chance Snow Showers near Sheridan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Douglas to Sheridan?
The road trip is about 196.5 miles (316.2 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Midwest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.1 miles from Douglas and 98.4 miles from Sheridan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.3 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 12:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.98 one way or $53.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Douglas and Chance Snow Showers near Sheridan.
Stop Ideas Near Midwest
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Midwest.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Douglas and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 161.18 mi (259.4 km).
#1 Douglas
City in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,375 |
| Coordinates | 42.7596900, -105.3822100 |
| Altitude | 1474 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 316 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
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 | $26.98 | $53.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $29.32 | $58.64 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $31.52 | $63.05 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $37.51 | $75.01 |
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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