How far is Guernsey, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Guernsey, WY to Cody, WY is about 324.4 miles (522 km), with a travel time of about 05h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 266.8 miles (429.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 39m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Guernsey and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guernsey and Cody.
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Start on South Wyoming Avenue
17 m · 7 sec · South Wyoming Avenue
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Turn left onto West Whalen Street
2588 ft · 1 min · West Whalen Street
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Continue on Highway 26
14.5 mi · 17 min · Highway 26
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Keep slight right
96.7 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
1846 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left
107 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
93.8 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Turn right onto Idaho Street
31.7 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
2829 ft · 2 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
81.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Greybull Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Greybull Highway
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Continue on 17th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Sheridan Avenue
126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Guernsey and Cody.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Highway 26
Keep slight right
96.7 mi · 01h 38m
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 Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving Guernsey and Snow Showers near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Guernsey to Cody?
The road trip is about 324.4 miles (522 km) and usually takes 05h 19m 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 162.2 miles from Guernsey and 162.1 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 266.8 miles (429.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.6 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 6:20 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.54 one way or $89.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around Guernsey and Snow Showers near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Guernsey and Cody. Straight-line distance: 266.84 mi (429.44 km).
#1 Guernsey
Town in Platte County, Wyoming, United States of America
| Population | 1,143 |
| Coordinates | 42.2696900, -104.7416300 |
| Altitude | 1327 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056274, 44.526341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 522 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 02m |
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 | $44.54 | $89.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $48.40 | $96.81 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $52.04 | $104.08 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $61.91 | $123.83 |
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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