How far is Lander, WY from Mills, WY?
The driving distance from Lander, WY to Mills, WY is about 143.5 miles (231 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lander and Mills.
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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
78.4 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Turn right onto Southwest Wyoming Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Southwest Wyoming Boulevard
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Turn left onto 1st Street
956 ft · 26 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lander and Mills.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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78.4 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Lander and Sunny near Mills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lander to Mills?
The road trip is about 143.5 miles (231 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Shoshoni is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.6 miles from Lander and 71.9 miles from Mills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.7 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 1:00 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.74 one way or $39.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lander and Sunny near Mills.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lander and Mills. Straight-line distance: 119.81 mi (192.82 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 Mills
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 4,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.8405200, -106.3658600 |
| Altitude | 1562 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mills (-106.36586, 42.84052)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.45 | $42.90 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $23.06 | $46.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $27.44 | $54.88 |
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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