How far is Green River, WY from Thermopolis, WY?
The driving distance from Green River, WY to Thermopolis, WY is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 04m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance T-storms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Green River and Thermopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green River and Thermopolis.
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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
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
46.8 mi · 54 min
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Turn left onto Idaho Street
31.9 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
2765 ft · 1 min · South 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Green River and Thermopolis.
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 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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance T-storms leaving Green River and Sunny near Thermopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Green River to Thermopolis?
The road trip is about 208.2 miles (335.1 km) and usually takes 04h 02m 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?
Lander is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104 miles from Green River and 104.1 miles from Thermopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.6 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 8:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.61 one way or $57.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance T-storms around Green River and Sunny near Thermopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Green River and Thermopolis. Straight-line distance: 159.61 mi (256.86 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 Thermopolis
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,770 |
| Coordinates | 43.6460700, -108.2120400 |
| Altitude | 1320 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thermopolis (-108.21204, 43.64607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 335 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $28.61 | $57.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $31.10 | $62.20 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $33.44 | $66.87 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $39.78 | $79.56 |
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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