How far is Gillette, WY from Buffalo, WY?
The driving distance from Gillette, WY to Buffalo, WY is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Slight Chance T-storms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gillette and Buffalo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette and Buffalo.
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Start on East 4th Street
2116 ft · 1 min · East 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Douglas Highway
1.2 km · 2 min · South Douglas Highway
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Take the ramp right
67.4 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 16, I 90 Business: Buffalo Ucross
1112 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 16 East
1.6 mi · 2 min · US Highway 16 East
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Continue on East Hart Street
1 km · 1 min · East Hart Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
2166 ft · 37 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gillette and Buffalo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South Douglas Highway
Take the ramp right
67.4 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Gillette and Slight Chance T-storms near Buffalo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gillette to Buffalo?
The road trip is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km) and usually takes 01h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clearmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Gillette and 35.7 miles from Buffalo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:06 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.81 one way or $19.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Gillette and Slight Chance T-storms near Buffalo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gillette and Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 59.29 mi (95.42 km).
#1 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buffalo
City in and county seat of Johnson County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 4,659 |
| Coordinates | 44.3483100, -106.6989400 |
| Altitude | 1416 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buffalo (-106.69894, 44.34831)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $9.81 | $19.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $11.46 | $22.93 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
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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