How far is Kemmerer, WY from Jackson, WY?
The driving distance from Kemmerer, WY to Jackson, WY is about 160.7 miles (258.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m 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 03h 08m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kemmerer and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemmerer and Jackson.
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Start on the route
46 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto Garnet Street
54 m · 13 sec · Garnet Street
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Turn left onto Pine Street
1080 ft · 31 sec · Pine Street
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Continue on Pine Avenue
719 ft · 20 sec · Pine Avenue
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Continue on Coral Street
110 m · 11 sec · Coral Street
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Turn right onto US Highway 189
94.1 mi · 1 hr 45 min · US Highway 189
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At the end of the road, turn left
52.9 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89
6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Highway 89
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Continue on West Broadway Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
2015 ft · 50 sec · West Pearl Avenue
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Turn left onto South Cache Drive
158 m · 14 sec · South Cache Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cache Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kemmerer and Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 189
Turn right onto US Highway 189
94.1 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Slight Chance T-storms leaving Kemmerer and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kemmerer to Jackson?
The road trip is about 160.7 miles (258.7 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
Marbleton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.3 miles from Kemmerer and 80.4 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.6 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 10:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.07 one way or $44.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance T-storms around Kemmerer and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kemmerer and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 117.15 mi (188.54 km).
#1 Kemmerer
City in Wyoming, USA, seat of Lincoln County
| Population | 2,763 |
| Coordinates | 41.7924500, -110.5376700 |
| Altitude | 2118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Jackson (-110.76243, 43.47993)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.99 | $47.98 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.79 | $51.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.69 | $61.37 |
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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