How far is Gillette, WY from Glenrock, WY?
The driving distance from Gillette, WY to Glenrock, WY is about 140.1 miles (225.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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 02h 40m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Campbell County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gillette and Glenrock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette and Glenrock.
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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
5 mi · 10 min · South Douglas Highway
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Continue on State Highway 59 South
108.8 mi · 2 hr · State Highway 59 South
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Turn right
741 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North, US 87 North, US 20 West, US 26 West
2069 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
20.2 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 BUS, US 87 BUS, US 20 West, US 26 West: East Glenrock
5.1 mi · 8 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Birch Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gillette and Glenrock.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 59 South
Continue on State Highway 59 South
109 mi · 02h 00m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gillette to Glenrock?
The road trip is about 140.1 miles (225.4 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Wright is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Gillette and 70 miles from Glenrock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.6 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 1:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.23 one way or $38.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Wright
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wright.
Douglas, Wyoming
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gillette and Glenrock. Straight-line distance: 100.51 mi (161.75 km).
#1 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glenrock
Town in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,567 |
| Coordinates | 42.8613600, -105.8722300 |
| Altitude | 1530 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glenrock (-105.87223, 42.86136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $19.23 | $38.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $20.90 | $41.80 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.47 | $44.94 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $26.74 | $53.47 |
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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