How far is Lander, WY from Sheridan, WY?
The driving distance from Lander, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 238 miles (383.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162 miles (260.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 05m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Big Horn 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 Sheridan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lander and Sheridan.
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Start on Main Street
1956 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
46.8 mi · 54 min
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Turn left onto Idaho Street
31.9 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South 6th Street
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Continue on Park Street
32.4 mi · 39 min · Park Street
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Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
2336 ft · 1 min · North Railway Avenue
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Continue on Russell Avenue
606 ft · 22 sec · Russell Avenue
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
37.5 mi · 42 min · North 10th Street
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Turn right onto Greybull Avenue
78.8 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Greybull Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2069 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
11 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2129 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Loucks Street
24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lander and Sheridan.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Greybull Avenue
Turn right onto Greybull Avenue
78.8 mi · 01h 44m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sheridan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lander to Sheridan?
The road trip is about 238 miles (383.1 km) and usually takes 04h 32m 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?
Manderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122 miles from Lander and 116.1 miles from Sheridan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162 miles (260.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 76 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 7:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.70 one way or $65.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sheridan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lander and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 161.99 mi (260.7 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 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 383 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
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 | $32.70 | $65.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.54 | $71.08 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.21 | $76.42 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $45.46 | $90.92 |
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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