How far is Fort Washakie, WY from Laramie, WY?
The driving distance from Fort Washakie, WY to Laramie, WY is about 238.7 miles (384.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 205.2 miles (330.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 33m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Washakie and Laramie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Washakie and Laramie.
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Start on 2nd Street
46 m · 8 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Norkok Street
812 ft · 37 sec · Norkok Street
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Turn right
24.4 mi · 34 min
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Turn left
72.2 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Turn right
42.4 mi · 48 min
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Cedar Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Cedar Street
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Take the exit straight
2127 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
93.9 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
1745 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto West Curtis Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Curtis Street
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1 mi · 3 min · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Ivinson Avenue
111 m · 12 sec · East Ivinson Avenue
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Turn right onto South 5th Street
61 m · 11 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Washakie and Laramie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
93.9 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving Fort Washakie and Sunny near Laramie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Washakie to Laramie?
The road trip is about 238.7 miles (384.1 km) and usually takes 04h 16m 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?
Bairoil is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.3 miles from Fort Washakie and 119.4 miles from Laramie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 205.2 miles (330.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 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 8:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.78 one way or $65.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Washakie and Sunny near Laramie.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Washakie and Laramie. Straight-line distance: 205.23 mi (330.29 km).
#1 Fort Washakie
Census-designated place in Fremont County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,759 |
| Coordinates | 43.0063500, -108.8823500 |
| Altitude | 1698 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laramie
City in and county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,661 |
| Coordinates | 41.3113700, -105.5911000 |
| Altitude | 2184 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 5th Street (-105.590937, 41.31136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 384 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
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 | $32.78 | $65.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.63 | $71.25 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.30 | $76.61 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $45.57 | $91.14 |
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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