How far is Glenrock, WY from Cody, WY?

The driving distance from Glenrock, WY to Cody, WY is about 237.9 miles (382.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 196.3 miles (315.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
237.87 mi
04h 07m
Flight
196.29 mi
315.9 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Glenrock.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
196.29 mi
Kilometers
315.9 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
237.87 mi
Kilometers
382.81 km
Drive Time
04h 07m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cody
Thu, Apr 23, 3:14 PM MDT
Return by in Glenrock
Thu, Apr 23, 7:22 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Glenrock
2026-04-23T11:07
Arrive Cody
Thu, Apr 23, 3:14 PM MDT
Route Timing
04h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:46 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Glenrock
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Shoshoni
WY

Town of the United States

From Glenrock
119.1 mi
02h 03m
To Cody
118.8 mi
02h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Thursday

Rain Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
25 to 35 mph WNW
Destination
48°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
30 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Glenrock and Cody.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glenrock and Cody.

  1. 1

    Start on West Birch Street

    7 m · 2 sec · West Birch Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South 4th Street

    3019 ft · 51 sec · South 4th Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Deer Creek Road

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Deer Creek Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    23.3 mi · 25 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry

    1846 ft · 45 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    107 m · 11 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left

    3 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway

    93.8 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West Yellowstone Highway

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Idaho Street

    31.7 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto South 8th Street

    2829 ft · 2 min · South 8th Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Broadway Street

    81.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Broadway Street

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Greybull Highway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Greybull Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on 17th Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Sheridan Avenue

    126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 16th Street

    30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Glenrock and Cody.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Yellowstone Highway
93.8 mi · 39%
Broadway Street
81.5 mi · 34%
Idaho Street
31.7 mi · 13%
Deer Creek Road
24.7 mi · 10%
Greybull Highway
1.4 mi · 1%
17th Street
0.74 mi
Longest Stretch

West Yellowstone Highway

Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway

93.8 mi · 01h 47m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+41.6 mi
196.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Shoshoni
02h 03m from Glenrock
Leave By
8:46 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Glenrock and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Glenrock to Cody?

The road trip is about 237.9 miles (382.8 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?

Shoshoni is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.1 miles from Glenrock and 118.8 miles from Cody.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 196.3 miles (315.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.6 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 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 $32.66 one way or $65.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Glenrock and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Glenrock and Cody. Straight-line distance: 196.29 mi (315.9 km).

Glenrock

#1 Glenrock

Town in Converse County, Wyoming, United States

Population2,567
Coordinates42.8613600, -105.8722300
Altitude1530
CountryUnited States
Cody

#2 Cody

City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States

Population9,847
Coordinates44.5263400, -109.0565300
Altitude1523
CountryUnited States
Start: West Birch Street (-105.87223, 42.861414)
End: 16th Street (-109.056274, 44.526341)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 383 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 57m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.39 gal
31.77 L · about $32.66
Round trip
$65.32
16.78 gal · 63.54 L
Estimated CO2
74.6 kg one way
Round trip: 149.1 kg / 329 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $32.66 $65.32
Mid-grade $4.23 $35.50 $71.00
Premium $4.55 $38.17 $76.33
Diesel $5.41 $45.41 $90.81

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Glenrock and Cody. The current time is 11:07:39.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.