How far is Laramie, WY from Rawlins, WY?
The driving distance from Laramie, WY to Rawlins, WY is about 101.4 miles (163.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
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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 Laramie and Rawlins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laramie and Rawlins.
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Start on the route
14 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South 5th Street
46 m · 9 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
111 m · 14 sec · East Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Curtis Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Curtis Street
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Take the ramp right
1759 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
94.1 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East, US 287 North, WY 76: Rawlins
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto East Cedar Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Cedar Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
1086 ft · 23 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Spruce Street
15 m · 1 sec · West Spruce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Spruce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laramie and Rawlins.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
94.1 mi · 01h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rawlins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laramie to Rawlins?
The road trip is about 101.4 miles (163.2 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Elk Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Laramie and 51.8 miles from Rawlins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 3:22 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.94 one way or $27.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Laramie and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rawlins.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laramie and Rawlins. Straight-line distance: 91.41 mi (147.11 km).
#1 Laramie
City in and county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,661 |
| Coordinates | 41.3113700, -105.5911000 |
| Altitude | 2184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Spruce Street (-107.238656, 41.791055)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.94 | $27.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $16.29 | $32.57 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $19.37 | $38.75 |
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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