How far is Evanston, WY from Hoback, WY?

The driving distance from Evanston, WY to Hoback, WY is about 175.9 miles (283.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 19m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
175.91 mi
03h 39m
Flight
139.43 mi
224.39 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
139.43 mi
Kilometers
224.39 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
175.91 mi
Kilometers
283.1 km
Drive Time
03h 39m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hoback
Thu, Apr 16, 9:48 AM MDT
Return by in Evanston
Thu, Apr 16, 1:28 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Evanston
2026-04-16T06:08
Arrive Hoback
Thu, Apr 16, 9:48 AM MDT
Route Timing
03h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:40 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Evanston
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Cokeville
WY

Town in Lincoln County, Wyoming, United States

From Evanston
88 mi
01h 49m
To Hoback
87.9 mi
01h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
49°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
13 to 21 mph WSW
Destination
39°F
Thursday

Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Evanston and Hoback.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Evanston and Hoback.

  1. 1

    Start on Bear River Drive

    1956 ft · 1 min · Bear River Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left

    11.6 mi · 15 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    29 mi · 34 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    4 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    4.1 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Continue on US Highway 30

    29.7 mi · 34 min · US Highway 30

  7. 7

    Turn right

    9.5 mi · 10 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    1.3 km · 59 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right

    65.2 mi · 1 hr 22 min

  10. 10

    Turn right

    19.9 mi · 27 min

  11. 11

    Turn sharp right onto River Bend Road

    900 ft · 40 sec · River Bend Road

  12. 12

    Continue on River Bend Road

    3051 ft · 2 min · River Bend Road

  13. 13

    Continue on River Bend Road

    1.6 km · 4 min · River Bend Road

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · River Bend Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Evanston and Hoback.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bear River Drive
33.5 mi · 19%
US Highway 30
30.5 mi · 17%
River Bend Road
1.74 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn right

65.2 mi · 01h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 39m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+36.5 mi
139.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cokeville
01h 49m from Evanston
Leave By
9:40 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers leaving Evanston and Snow Showers near Hoback.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Evanston to Hoback?

The road trip is about 175.9 miles (283.1 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?

Cokeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88 miles from Evanston and 87.9 miles from Hoback.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.5 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 9:40 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.18 one way or $48.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers around Evanston and Snow Showers near Hoback.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Evanston and Hoback. Straight-line distance: 139.43 mi (224.39 km).

Evanston

#1 Evanston

City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States

Population11,570
Coordinates41.2682800, -110.9632400
Altitude2057
CountryUnited States
Hoback

#2 Hoback

Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming, United States

Population1,176
Coordinates43.2818700, -110.7838100
Altitude1794
CountryUnited States
Start: Evanston (-110.96324, 41.26828)
End: Hoback (-110.78381, 43.28187)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 283 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.21 gal
23.5 L · about $24.18
Round trip
$48.35
12.42 gal · 47 L
Estimated CO2
55.2 kg one way
Round trip: 110.4 kg / 243 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $24.18 $48.35
Mid-grade $4.23 $26.27 $52.55
Premium $4.55 $28.25 $56.50
Diesel $5.41 $33.61 $67.22

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Evanston and Hoback. The current time is 06:08:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.