How far is Lusk, WY from Cheyenne, WY?
The driving distance from Lusk, WY to Cheyenne, WY is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.7 miles (183 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lusk and Cheyenne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lusk and Cheyenne.
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Start on South Main Street
2604 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 8th Street
882 ft · 25 sec · West 8th Street
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Continue on US Highway 20
23.3 mi · 25 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on US Highway 18/20
18.4 mi · 20 min · US Highway 18/20
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Take the exit left
113.4 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
1363 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West 24th Street
122 m · 11 sec · West 24th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 24th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lusk and Cheyenne.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 18/20
Take the exit left
113 mi · 01h 47m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Lusk and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cheyenne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lusk to Cheyenne?
The road trip is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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 79.2 miles from Lusk and 60.6 miles from Cheyenne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.7 miles (183 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 1:46 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.19 one way or $38.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Lusk and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Cheyenne.
Stop Ideas Near Wheatland
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 Wheatland.
Wheatland, Wyoming
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Cheyenne, Wyoming
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lusk and Cheyenne. Straight-line distance: 113.69 mi (182.96 km).
#1 Lusk
Town in Wyoming
| Population | 1,474 |
| Coordinates | 42.7624700, -104.4521700 |
| Altitude | 1530 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cheyenne
The most populous city in Laramie County, Wyoming.
| Population | 64,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.1399800, -104.8202500 |
| Altitude | 1856 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 24th Street (-104.820107, 41.139762)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $19.19 | $38.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $20.86 | $41.72 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.43 | $44.85 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $26.68 | $53.36 |
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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