How far is Laramie, WY from Glenrock, WY?

The driving distance from Laramie, WY to Glenrock, WY is about 162 miles (260.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
161.97 mi
03h 05m
Flight
108.06 mi
173.91 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
108.06 mi
Kilometers
173.91 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
161.97 mi
Kilometers
260.66 km
Drive Time
03h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Glenrock
Thu, Apr 16, 9:08 AM MDT
Return by in Laramie
Thu, Apr 16, 12:14 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laramie
2026-04-16T06:03
Arrive Glenrock
Thu, Apr 16, 9:08 AM MDT
Route Timing
03h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:50 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laramie
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Wheatland
WY

Town in Wyoming, United States

From Laramie
81 mi
01h 32m
To Glenrock
81 mi
01h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
15 to 25 mph SW
Destination
67°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
15 to 30 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Laramie and Glenrock.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laramie and Glenrock.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    14 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South 5th Street

    46 m · 9 sec · South 5th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Grand Avenue

    111 m · 14 sec · East Grand Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South 4th Street

    1.1 mi · 3 min · South 4th Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto East Curtis Street

    125 m · 16 sec · East Curtis Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto North 3rd Street

    2.1 mi · 3 min · North 3rd Street

  7. 7

    Continue on US Highway 30

    14.4 mi · 21 min · US Highway 30

  8. 8

    Turn right onto State Highway 34

    51.8 mi · 1 hr 4 min · State Highway 34

  9. 9

    Take the ramp left

    87.3 mi · 1 hr 26 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 25 BUS, US 87 BUS, US 20 West, US 26 West: East Glenrock

    5.1 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Birch Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Laramie and Glenrock.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 34
139 mi · 86%
US Highway 30
14.4 mi · 9%
I 25 BUS
5.11 mi · 3%
North 3rd Street
2.1 mi · 1%
South 4th Street
1.08 mi · 1%
East Curtis Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

State Highway 34

Take the ramp left

87.3 mi · 01h 26m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 05m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+53.9 mi
108.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wheatland
01h 32m from Laramie
Leave By
10:50 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Glenrock.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Laramie to Glenrock?

The road trip is about 162 miles (260.7 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?

Wheatland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81 miles from Laramie and 81 miles from Glenrock.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.9 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 10:50 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.23 one way or $44.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Glenrock.

Stop Ideas Near Wheatland

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Wheatland, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wheatland.

BUS

Wheatland, Wyoming

1 mi away
1857 West Mariposa Parkway
BUS

Douglas, Wyoming

85 mi away
628 East Richards St.
BUS

Cheyenne, Wyoming

104 mi away
222 Deming Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Laramie and Glenrock. Straight-line distance: 108.06 mi (173.91 km).

Laramie

#1 Laramie

City in and county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States

Population32,661
Coordinates41.3113700, -105.5911000
Altitude2184
CountryUnited States
Glenrock

#2 Glenrock

Town in Converse County, Wyoming, United States

Population2,567
Coordinates42.8613600, -105.8722300
Altitude1530
CountryUnited States
Start: Laramie (-105.5911, 41.31137)
End: Glenrock (-105.87223, 42.86136)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 261 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.71 gal
21.63 L · about $22.23
Round trip
$44.46
11.42 gal · 43.26 L
Estimated CO2
50.7 kg one way
Round trip: 101.5 kg / 224 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $22.23 $44.46
Mid-grade $4.23 $24.16 $48.32
Premium $4.55 $25.97 $51.95
Diesel $5.41 $30.90 $61.81

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Laramie and Glenrock. The current time is 06:03:45.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.