How far is Lovell, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Lovell, WY to Cody, WY is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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 00h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Park 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 Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lovell and Cody.
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Start on East Main Street
21 m · 9 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Medicine Wheel Passage
2 mi · 4 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
14 mi · 17 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Turn left onto WY 114
706 ft · 12 sec · WY 114
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
4.4 mi · 5 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on East Coulter Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · East Coulter Avenue
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
4.2 mi · 5 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Powell Highway
14.7 mi · 16 min · Powell Highway
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Continue on Bighorn Avenue
2.7 mi · 6 min · Bighorn Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lovell and Cody.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Powell Highway
Continue on Powell Highway
14.7 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Lovell and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lovell to Cody?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Powell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Lovell and 23.1 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.2 miles (63.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:44 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 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 Cody.
Stop Ideas Near Powell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Powell.
Billings, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lovell and Cody. Straight-line distance: 39.19 mi (63.07 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 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056274, 44.526341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.90 | $13.79 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.41 | $14.83 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.82 | $17.64 |
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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