How far is Laramie, WY from Thermopolis, WY?
The driving distance from Laramie, WY to Thermopolis, WY is about 275.4 miles (443.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 209.4 miles (337 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 09m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laramie and Thermopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laramie and Thermopolis.
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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
2671 ft · 39 sec · East Cedar Street
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Turn right onto Higley Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · Higley Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right
42.4 mi · 48 min
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Turn left
42.1 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Turn right onto Sand Draw Road
34.6 mi · 51 min · Sand Draw Road
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Continue on Gas Hills Road
1 mi · 2 min · Gas Hills Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
23.5 mi · 27 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
2765 ft · 1 min · South 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laramie and Thermopolis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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 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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Laramie and Sunny near Thermopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laramie to Thermopolis?
The road trip is about 275.4 miles (443.2 km) and usually takes 05h 34m 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?
Bairoil is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.6 miles from Laramie and 137.8 miles from Thermopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 209.4 miles (337 km), while the road route adds roughly 66 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 5:50 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.84 one way or $75.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 86.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Laramie and Sunny near Thermopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laramie and Thermopolis. Straight-line distance: 209.4 mi (337 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 Thermopolis
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,770 |
| Coordinates | 43.6460700, -108.2120400 |
| Altitude | 1320 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thermopolis (-108.21204, 43.64607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 443 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 26m |
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 | $37.84 | $75.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.13 | $82.25 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.22 | $88.43 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $52.60 | $105.21 |
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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