How far is Hoback, WY from Rock Springs, WY?

The driving distance from Hoback, WY to Rock Springs, WY is about 170.8 miles (274.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 142.1 miles (228.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
170.8 mi
02h 51m
Flight
142.14 mi
228.75 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
142.14 mi
Kilometers
228.75 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
170.8 mi
Kilometers
274.87 km
Drive Time
02h 51m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rock Springs
Tue, May 12, 10:46 PM MDT
Return by in Hoback
Wed, May 13, 1:38 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hoback
2026-05-12T19:55
Arrive Rock Springs
Tue, May 12, 10:46 PM MDT
Route Timing
02h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:52 AM to 12:52 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:46 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hoback
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Pinedale
WY

Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States

From Hoback
84.8 mi
01h 25m
To Rock Springs
86 mi
01h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
1 to 6 mph SW
Destination
84°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hoback and Rock Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hoback and Rock Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on River Bend Road

    1.6 mi · 6 min · River Bend Road

  2. 2

    Continue on River Bend Road

    900 ft · 40 sec · River Bend Road

  3. 3

    Turn right

    3 mi · 4 min

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route

    5 m · 1 sec

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout

    163.4 mi · 3 hr 10 min

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Bridger Avenue

    1383 ft · 27 sec · Bridger Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn right onto M Street

    1215 ft · 33 sec · M Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Broadway Street

    122 m · 16 sec · Broadway Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto F Street

    70 m · 12 sec · F Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 2nd Street

    1116 ft · 33 sec · 2nd Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Edgar Street

    3090 ft · 1 min · Edgar Street

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Agate Street

    129 m · 24 sec · Agate Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Collins Street

    26 m · 4 sec · Collins Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Collins Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hoback and Rock Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
River Bend Road
165 mi · 97%
Edgar Street
0.59 mi
Bridger Avenue
0.26 mi
M Street
0.23 mi
2nd Street
0.21 mi
Agate Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

River Bend Road

Exit the roundabout

163 mi · 03h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.7 mi
142.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pinedale
01h 25m from Hoback
Leave By
12:46 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Hoback and Sunny near Rock Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hoback to Rock Springs?

The road trip is about 170.8 miles (274.9 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?

Pinedale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.8 miles from Hoback and 86 miles from Rock Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 142.1 miles (228.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 12:46 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.47 one way or $46.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hoback and Sunny near Rock Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hoback and Rock Springs. Straight-line distance: 142.14 mi (228.75 km).

Hoback

#1 Hoback

Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming, United States

Population1,176
Coordinates43.2818700, -110.7838100
Altitude1794
CountryUnited States
Rock Springs

#2 Rock Springs

City in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States

Population22,943
Coordinates41.5874600, -109.2029000
Altitude1947
CountryUnited States
Start: River Bend Road (-110.783993, 43.281755)
End: Collins Street (-109.202964, 41.587676)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 275 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 41m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 50m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.03 gal
22.81 L · about $23.47
Round trip
$46.95
12.06 gal · 45.62 L
Estimated CO2
53.6 kg one way
Round trip: 107.2 kg / 236 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $23.47 $46.95
Mid-grade $4.23 $25.51 $51.03
Premium $4.55 $27.43 $54.86
Diesel $5.41 $32.63 $65.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Hoback and Rock Springs. The current time is 19:55:24.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.