How far is Gillette, WY from Worland, WY?
The driving distance from Gillette, WY to Worland, WY is about 161.3 miles (259.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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 02h 54m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Johnson County, Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gillette and Worland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillette and Worland.
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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
2195 ft · 41 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Fort Street
90 mi · 2 hr 13 min · Fort Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Big Horn Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gillette and Worland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Fort Street
Turn right onto Fort Street
90 mi · 02h 13m
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 Worland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gillette to Worland?
The road trip is about 161.3 miles (259.6 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Buffalo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.6 miles from Gillette and 80.8 miles from Worland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.2 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 12:40 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.15 one way or $44.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gillette and Sunny near Worland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gillette and Worland. Straight-line distance: 123.07 mi (198.06 km).
#1 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Worland
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 4,994 |
| Coordinates | 44.0169000, -107.9553700 |
| Altitude | 1239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Big Horn Avenue (-107.955369, 44.016836)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $22.15 | $44.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.07 | $48.15 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.88 | $51.77 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.79 | $61.59 |
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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