How far is Green River, WY from Rafter J Ranch, WY?
The driving distance from Green River, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY is about 187.5 miles (301.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 43m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Smoke then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Smoke
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Green River and Rafter J Ranch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River and Rafter J Ranch.
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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
85.6 mi · 1 hr 35 min · US 191
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Continue on United States Highway 191
10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191
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Continue on US Highway 191
1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191
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Continue on South Pine Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Pine Street
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Continue on United States Highway 191
62.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · United States Highway 191
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89
6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89
7.5 mi · 10 min · South Highway 89
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Turn left onto South Park Loop Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · South Park Loop Road
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Turn right onto South Park Ranch Road
1539 ft · 1 min · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1300 ft · 57 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1335 ft · 59 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Park Ranch Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Green River and Rafter J Ranch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 191
Continue on US 191
85.6 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Patchy Smoke then Mostly Sunny leaving Green River and Areas Of Smoke near Rafter J Ranch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Green River to Rafter J Ranch?
The road trip is about 187.5 miles (301.7 km) and usually takes 03h 43m 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?
Pinedale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.7 miles from Green River and 93.8 miles from Rafter J Ranch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.9 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 9:32 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.73 one way or $51.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Smoke then Mostly Sunny around Green River and Areas Of Smoke near Rafter J Ranch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Green River and Rafter J Ranch. Straight-line distance: 147.64 mi (237.61 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 Rafter J Ranch
Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,075 |
| Coordinates | 43.4260400, -110.7990900 |
| Altitude | 1848 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rafter J Ranch (-110.79909, 43.42604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 302 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.73 | $51.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $27.97 | $55.93 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $30.07 | $60.14 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $35.77 | $71.55 |
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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