How far is Lander, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Lander, WY to Gillette, WY is about 272.2 miles (438.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.5 miles (306.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 51m 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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Town in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lander and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lander and Gillette.
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Start on Main Street
1956 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
63.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Continue straight
76.9 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Turn left
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
1989 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Horse Ranch Creek Road
1962 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Horseshoe Road
17.9 mi · 20 min · Horseshoe Road
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Turn right
51.3 mi · 59 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 59 South
32.8 mi · 36 min · State Highway 59 South
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Continue on South Douglas Highway
5 mi · 10 min · South Douglas Highway
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
2116 ft · 1 min · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lander and Gillette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Continue straight
76.9 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lander and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lander to Gillette?
The road trip is about 272.2 miles (438.1 km) and usually takes 04h 55m 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?
Mountain View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136 miles from Lander and 136.3 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.5 miles (306.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 81.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.41 one way or $74.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lander and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Stop Ideas Near Mountain View
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mountain View.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lander and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 190.44 mi (306.49 km).
#1 Lander
City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 7,467 |
| Coordinates | 42.8330100, -108.7306700 |
| Altitude | 1632 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 4th Street (-105.502224, 44.291248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
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 | $37.41 | $74.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $40.66 | $81.32 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $52.01 | $104.02 |
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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