How far is Lander, WY from Ranchettes, WY?
The driving distance from Lander, WY to Ranchettes, WY is about 279.7 miles (450.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 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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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 Lander and Ranchettes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lander and Ranchettes.
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Start on Main Street
8.8 mi · 10 min · Main Street
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Turn left
72.2 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Turn right
42.4 mi · 48 min
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Cedar Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Cedar Street
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Take the exit straight
2127 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
143 mi · 2 hr 23 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
1601 ft · 18 sec · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
1408 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue straight
3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 211: Horse Creek Road
1174 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Horse Creek Road
2502 ft · 52 sec · Horse Creek Road
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Continue on Iron Mountain Road
2 mi · 5 min · Iron Mountain Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iron Mountain Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lander and Ranchettes.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
143 mi · 02h 23m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Lander and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ranchettes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lander to Ranchettes?
The road trip is about 279.7 miles (450.2 km) and usually takes 05h 27m 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?
Sinclair is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.7 miles from Lander and 140.1 miles from Ranchettes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.8 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 6:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.42 one way or $76.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Lander and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ranchettes.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lander and Ranchettes. Straight-line distance: 230.93 mi (371.65 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 Ranchettes
Census-designated place in Laramie County, Wyoming
| Population | 5,798 |
| Coordinates | 41.2185900, -104.7902500 |
| Altitude | 1890 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ranchettes (-104.79025, 41.21859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 450 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 29m |
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 | $38.42 | $76.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.76 | $83.52 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.90 | $89.80 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $53.42 | $106.83 |
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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