How far is Gillette, WY from Powell, WY?
The driving distance from Gillette, WY to Powell, WY is about 225.8 miles (363.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.5 miles (263.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 13m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gillette and Powell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette and Powell.
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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
117.5 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
31.8 mi · 41 min
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Turn right onto Medicine Wheel Passage
52.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Medicine Wheel Passage
2 mi · 4 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
14 mi · 17 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Turn left onto WY 114
706 ft · 12 sec · WY 114
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
4.4 mi · 5 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on East Coulter Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East Coulter Avenue
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Turn right onto South Bent Street
871 ft · 24 sec · South Bent Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Bent Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gillette and Powell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Douglas Highway
Take the ramp right
118 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gillette and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Powell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gillette to Powell?
The road trip is about 225.8 miles (363.4 km) and usually takes 04h 06m 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?
Ranchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.8 miles from Gillette and 113 miles from Powell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.5 miles (263.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:46 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.03 one way or $62.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gillette and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Powell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gillette and Powell. Straight-line distance: 163.5 mi (263.12 km).
#1 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Powell
City in Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,127 |
| Coordinates | 44.7538400, -108.7573500 |
| Altitude | 1339 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Bent Street (-108.757586, 44.75384)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 363 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $31.03 | $62.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $33.72 | $67.44 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $36.26 | $72.51 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $43.13 | $86.27 |
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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