How far is Ethete, WY from Rock Springs, WY?
The driving distance from Ethete, WY to Rock Springs, WY is about 134.3 miles (216.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ethete and Rock Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ethete and Rock Springs.
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Start on Saint Michael Circle
134 m · 21 sec · Saint Michael Circle
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Continue on Saint Michael Circle
71 m · 16 sec · Saint Michael Circle
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Turn left onto Blue Sky Highway
6.6 mi · 12 min · Blue Sky Highway
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Turn left
17.7 mi · 24 min
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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
38.1 mi · 43 min · Farson Mercantile
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Continue on Elk Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · Elk Street
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Turn left onto Bridger Avenue
1383 ft · 27 sec · Bridger Avenue
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Turn right onto M Street
1215 ft · 33 sec · M Street
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Continue on Broadway Street
122 m · 16 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto F Street
70 m · 12 sec · F Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
1116 ft · 33 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Edgar Street
3090 ft · 1 min · Edgar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Agate Street
129 m · 24 sec · Agate Street
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Turn left onto Collins Street
26 m · 4 sec · Collins Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Collins Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ethete and 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.
Highway 28
Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ethete and Partly Sunny near Rock Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ethete to Rock Springs?
The road trip is about 134.3 miles (216.1 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Superior is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.4 miles from Ethete and 67.9 miles from Rock Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.45 one way or $36.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ethete and Partly Sunny near Rock Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ethete and Rock Springs. Straight-line distance: 101.72 mi (163.71 km).
#1 Ethete
Census-designated place in Fremont County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,553 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.7726200 |
| Altitude | 1632 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rock Springs
City in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 22,943 |
| Coordinates | 41.5874600, -109.2029000 |
| Altitude | 1947 |
| Country | United States |
End: Collins Street (-109.202964, 41.587676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $18.45 | $36.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $20.05 | $40.11 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $21.56 | $43.12 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $25.65 | $51.31 |
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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