How far is Green River, WY from Fort Washakie, WY?
The driving distance from Green River, WY to Fort Washakie, WY is about 145 miles (233.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Green River and Fort Washakie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River and Fort Washakie.
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Start on North 1st East
11 m · 7 sec · North 1st East
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Turn left onto East Flaming Gorge Way
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Flaming Gorge Way
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Take the ramp straight toward I 80 East, US 30 East: Rock Springs
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
12.8 mi · 13 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 191 North
1730 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on Elk Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Elk Street
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Continue on US 191
38.1 mi · 43 min · US 191
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Turn right onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Highway 28
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Continue straight
24.1 mi · 33 min
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Turn left onto North Fork Road
137 m · 20 sec · North Fork Road
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Turn right onto Black Coal Drive
1015 ft · 46 sec · Black Coal Drive
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
8 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Green River and Fort Washakie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 28
Turn right onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance T-storms leaving Green River and Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Isolated T-storms near Fort Washakie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Green River to Fort Washakie?
The road trip is about 145 miles (233.3 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Superior is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Green River and 72.5 miles from Fort Washakie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 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 12:44 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.89 one way or $39.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance T-storms around Green River and Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Isolated T-storms near Fort Washakie.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Green River and Fort Washakie. Straight-line distance: 106.38 mi (171.2 km).
#1 Green River
River in Wyoming, Utah, and Colorado, in the United States, that is a tributary of the Colorado River
| Population | 11,788 |
| Coordinates | 41.5285800, -109.4662500 |
| Altitude | 1864 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Washakie
Census-designated place in Fremont County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,759 |
| Coordinates | 43.0063500, -108.8823500 |
| Altitude | 1698 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Washakie (-108.88235, 43.00635)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.89 | $39.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.62 | $43.24 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $23.25 | $46.49 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $27.66 | $55.31 |
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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