How far is Laramie, WY from Guernsey, WY?

The driving distance from Laramie, WY to Guernsey, WY is about 104 miles (167.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 79.3 miles (127.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
103.97 mi
02h 08m
Flight
79.37 mi
127.73 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
79.37 mi
Kilometers
127.73 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
103.97 mi
Kilometers
167.32 km
Drive Time
02h 08m

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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 02h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Guernsey
Thu, Apr 16, 8:12 AM MDT
Return by in Laramie
Thu, Apr 16, 10:20 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laramie
2026-04-16T06:04
Arrive Guernsey
Thu, Apr 16, 8:12 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:08 AM to 12:08 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:14 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laramie
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

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
51.9 mi
01h 04m
To Guernsey
52 mi
01h 04m

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
74°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    19 mi · 18 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Guernsey, Torrington

    1946 ft · 47 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Highway 26

    14.5 mi · 17 min · Highway 26

  12. 12

    Continue on West Whalen Street

    2694 ft · 1 min · West Whalen Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto South Wyoming Avenue

    17 m · 1 sec · South Wyoming Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Wyoming Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 34
71.1 mi · 68%
Highway 26
14.5 mi · 14%
US Highway 30
14.4 mi · 14%
North 3rd Street
2.1 mi · 2%
South 4th Street
1.08 mi · 1%
West Whalen Street
0.51 mi
Longest Stretch

State Highway 34

Turn right onto State Highway 34

51.8 mi · 01h 04m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.7 mi
79.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wheatland
01h 04m from Laramie
Leave By
2:14 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Laramie and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Guernsey.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 104 miles (167.3 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?

Wheatland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.9 miles from Laramie and 52 miles from Guernsey.

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

The direct path is about 79.3 miles (127.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.7 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 2:14 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.29 one way or $28.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

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 Guernsey. Straight-line distance: 79.37 mi (127.73 km).

Laramie

#1 Laramie

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

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

#2 Guernsey

Town in Platte County, Wyoming, United States of America

Population1,143
Coordinates42.2696900, -104.7416300
Altitude1327
CountryUnited States
Start: Laramie (-105.5911, 41.31137)
End: Guernsey (-104.74163, 42.26969)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 167 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.67 gal
13.89 L · about $14.29
Round trip
$28.57
7.34 gal · 27.78 L
Estimated CO2
32.6 kg one way
Round trip: 65.2 kg / 144 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $14.29 $28.57
Mid-grade $4.23 $15.53 $31.06
Premium $4.55 $16.69 $33.39
Diesel $5.41 $19.86 $39.72

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 Guernsey. The current time is 06:04:27.

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.