How far is Jackson, WY from Douglas, WY?
The driving distance from Jackson, WY to Douglas, WY is about 328.3 miles (528.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 275.8 miles (443.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 55m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 57m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Isolated Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackson and Douglas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Douglas.
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Start on North Cache Street
1.3 km · 3 min · North Cache Street
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Continue on North Highway 89
6 mi · 9 min · North Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Highway 89
34 m · 6 sec · North Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto North Highway 89
23.3 mi · 32 min · North Highway 89
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Continue on East Highway 287
53.2 mi · 1 hr · East Highway 287
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Continue on West Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · West Ramshorn Street
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
77.9 mi · 1 hr 28 min · South 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Federal Boulevard
39 mi · 44 min · North Federal Boulevard
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Continue straight
76.9 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit right
49 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25, WY 59: Douglas, Gillette
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
21 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackson and Douglas.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South 1st Street
Turn right onto South 1st Street
77.9 mi · 01h 28m
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 Isolated Snow Showers leaving Jackson and Chance Snow Showers near Douglas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackson to Douglas?
The road trip is about 328.3 miles (528.4 km) and usually takes 05h 57m 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?
Riverton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 166.3 miles from Jackson and 161.9 miles from Douglas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 275.8 miles (443.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.5 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 5:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.08 one way or $90.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 102.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Isolated Snow Showers around Jackson and Chance Snow Showers near Douglas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackson and Douglas. Straight-line distance: 275.81 mi (443.88 km).
#1 Jackson
Town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 10,572 |
| Coordinates | 43.4799300, -110.7624300 |
| Altitude | 1901 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Douglas
City in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,375 |
| Coordinates | 42.7596900, -105.3822100 |
| Altitude | 1474 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-105.382001, 42.75969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 528 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 05m |
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 | $45.08 | $90.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $48.99 | $97.99 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $52.68 | $105.35 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $62.67 | $125.34 |
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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