How far is Gillette, WY from Upton, WY?
The driving distance from Gillette, WY to Upton, WY is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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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 Upton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette and Upton.
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Start on East 4th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Stanley Avenue
63 m · 10 sec · Stanley Avenue
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Turn right
1.4 km · 2 min
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Take the ramp slight right
100 m · 9 sec
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Continue straight
27 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right
801 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto I-90 Access Road
1014 ft · 22 sec · I-90 Access Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Converse Street
1802 ft · 31 sec · East Converse Street
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Continue on US Highway 16
19.3 mi · 29 min · US Highway 16
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Turn left onto Ash Street
17 m · 1 sec · Ash Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ash Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gillette and Upton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Stanley Avenue
Continue straight
27 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gillette and Sunny near Upton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gillette to Upton?
The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Moorcroft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Gillette and 24.5 miles from Upton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.3 miles (72.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.73 one way or $13.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gillette and Sunny near Upton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gillette and Upton. Straight-line distance: 45.28 mi (72.87 km).
#1 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Upton
Town in Weston County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,032 |
| Coordinates | 44.0997000, -104.6280200 |
| Altitude | 1292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Upton (-104.62802, 44.0997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $7.32 | $14.64 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.87 | $15.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $9.36 | $18.73 |
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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