How far is Evanston, WY from Riverton, WY?
The driving distance from Evanston, WY to Riverton, WY is about 239.4 miles (385.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.6 miles (289 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 28m 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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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 14m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Evanston and Riverton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evanston and Riverton.
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Start on Bear River Drive
107 m · 18 sec · Bear River Drive
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Turn left onto Front Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Front Street
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Take the exit left toward I 80 East, US 189 North
1324 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
99.3 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 191 North
1730 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on Elk Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Elk Street
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Continue on US 191
38.1 mi · 43 min · US 191
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Turn right onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Highway 28
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Continue straight
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
24.7 mi · 29 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Federal Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Evanston and Riverton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
99.3 mi · 01h 37m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Evanston and Mostly Sunny near Riverton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Evanston to Riverton?
The road trip is about 239.4 miles (385.3 km) and usually takes 04h 14m 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?
North Rock Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.6 miles from Evanston and 119.9 miles from Riverton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.6 miles (289 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.8 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 8:32 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.90 one way or $65.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Evanston and Mostly Sunny near Riverton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Evanston and Riverton. Straight-line distance: 179.55 mi (288.95 km).
#1 Evanston
City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 11,570 |
| Coordinates | 41.2682800, -110.9632400 |
| Altitude | 2057 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Federal Boulevard (-108.380624, 43.024965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 385 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 59m |
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 | $32.90 | $65.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.75 | $71.50 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.44 | $76.88 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $45.73 | $91.46 |
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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