How far is Lovell, WY from Casper, WY?
The driving distance from Lovell, WY to Casper, WY is about 234.6 miles (377.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171 miles (275.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 22m 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.
City in and county seat of Johnson County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lovell and Casper.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lovell and Casper.
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Start on East Main Street
2739 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Medicine Wheel Passage
52.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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At the end of the road, turn left
31.7 mi · 40 min
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Take the ramp right
2069 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
47.8 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
114.2 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, US 26 East, US 87 South: North Beverly Street, Bryan Stock Trail
1755 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bryan Stock Trail
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bryan Stock Trail
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Turn left onto East Sunlight Drive
1.5 km · 4 min · East Sunlight Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Sunlight Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lovell and Casper.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 25 South
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South, US 87 South: Casper
114 mi · 01h 49m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Lovell and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lovell to Casper?
The road trip is about 234.6 miles (377.5 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Buffalo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124.5 miles from Lovell and 110.1 miles from Casper.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171 miles (275.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.6 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 8:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.23 one way or $64.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Lovell and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lovell and Casper. Straight-line distance: 171 mi (275.2 km).
#1 Lovell
Town in Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,327 |
| Coordinates | 44.8374500, -108.3895600 |
| Altitude | 1168 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Casper
The most populous city in Natrona County, Wyoming.
| Population | 58,498 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666300, -106.3130800 |
| Altitude | 1560 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Sunlight Drive (-106.309604, 42.868632)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 377 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 55m |
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 | $32.23 | $64.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.03 | $70.07 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $37.67 | $75.33 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $44.81 | $89.62 |
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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