How far is Fort Laramie, WY from Torrington, WY?
The driving distance from Fort Laramie, WY to Torrington, WY is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Laramie and Torrington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Laramie and Torrington.
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Start on East Merriam Street
1798 ft · 51 sec · East Merriam Street
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Continue on US Highway 26
9.7 mi · 11 min · US Highway 26
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Continue on West 4th Street
1420 ft · 44 sec · West 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1060 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 26/85
8.9 mi · 12 min · US Highway 26/85
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Continue on West Valley Road
1.2 km · 2 min · West Valley Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
28 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Laramie and Torrington.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US Highway 26
Continue on US Highway 26
9.71 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Torrington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Laramie to Torrington?
The road trip is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lingle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.1 miles from Fort Laramie and 10.1 miles from Torrington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Torrington.
Stop Ideas Near Lingle
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Laramie and Torrington. Straight-line distance: 19.96 mi (32.13 km).
#1 Fort Laramie
Town in Goshen County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 229 |
| Coordinates | 42.2127400, -104.5171800 |
| Altitude | 1292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Torrington
City and county seat of Goshen County, Wyoming, US
| Population | 6,565 |
| Coordinates | 42.0624600, -104.1843900 |
| Altitude | 1251 |
| Country | United States |
End: Torrington (-104.18439, 42.06246)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $3.84 | $7.69 |
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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