How far is Fort Washakie, WY from Sheridan, WY?
The driving distance from Fort Washakie, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 244.6 miles (393.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 24m 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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City in Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Washakie and Sheridan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Washakie and Sheridan.
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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
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Ethete Road
5.6 mi · 10 min · Ethete Road
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Turn right onto Blue Sky Highway
2.1 mi · 4 min · Blue Sky Highway
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Turn left onto 17 Mile Road
17.9 mi · 21 min · 17 Mile Road
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Continue on Rendezvous Road
2.9 mi · 3 min · Rendezvous Road
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Turn left
23.8 mi · 27 min
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Turn left onto Idaho Street
31.9 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South 6th Street
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Continue on Park Street
32.4 mi · 39 min · Park Street
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Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
2336 ft · 1 min · North Railway Avenue
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Continue on Russell Avenue
606 ft · 22 sec · Russell Avenue
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
37.5 mi · 42 min · North 10th Street
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Turn right onto Greybull Avenue
78.8 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Greybull Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2069 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
11 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2129 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Loucks Street
24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Washakie and Sheridan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Greybull Avenue
Turn right onto Greybull Avenue
78.8 mi · 01h 44m
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 Mostly Sunny near Sheridan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Washakie to Sheridan?
The road trip is about 244.6 miles (393.6 km) and usually takes 04h 42m 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?
Worland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.2 miles from Fort Washakie and 119.4 miles from Sheridan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.1 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 7:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.60 one way or $67.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Washakie and Mostly Sunny near Sheridan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Washakie and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 156.53 mi (251.91 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 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 394 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
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 | $33.60 | $67.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $36.51 | $73.03 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $39.26 | $78.52 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $46.71 | $93.41 |
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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