How far is Green River, WY from Saratoga, WY?
The driving distance from Green River, WY to Saratoga, WY is about 165.1 miles (265.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.8 miles (221.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Green River and Saratoga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River and Saratoga.
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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
142.7 mi · 2 hr 19 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East, US 287 South, WY 130 East: Walcott, Medicine Bow National Forest, Saratoga
2548 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 130
19.6 mi · 21 min · State Highway 130
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Continue on North 1st Street
2972 ft · 1 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Bridge Avenue
106 m · 10 sec · East Bridge Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Bridge Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Green River and Saratoga.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
143 mi · 02h 19m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Green River and Sunny near Saratoga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Green River to Saratoga?
The road trip is about 165.1 miles (265.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Wamsutter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.4 miles from Green River and 82.7 miles from Saratoga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.8 miles (221.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 12:56 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.66 one way or $45.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Green River and Sunny near Saratoga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Green River and Saratoga. Straight-line distance: 137.75 mi (221.68 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 Saratoga
Town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,599 |
| Coordinates | 41.4549600, -106.8064300 |
| Altitude | 2068 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saratoga (-106.80643, 41.45496)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $22.66 | $45.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.48 | $52.95 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $31.50 | $63.00 |
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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