How far is Mills, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Mills, WY to Cody, WY is about 211.8 miles (340.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.8 miles (286.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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 Mills and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mills and Cody.
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Start on 1st Street
956 ft · 27 sec · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Southwest Wyoming Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Southwest Wyoming Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Yellowstone Highway
7.8 mi · 10 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Continue straight
87.5 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Turn right onto Idaho Street
31.7 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
2829 ft · 2 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
81.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Greybull Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Greybull Highway
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Continue on 17th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Sheridan Avenue
126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street
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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 Mills 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.
West Yellowstone Highway
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87.5 mi · 01h 39m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mills and Snow Showers near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mills to Cody?
The road trip is about 211.8 miles (340.9 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Shoshoni is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106 miles from Mills and 105.8 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.8 miles (286.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 9:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.12 one way or $58.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mills and Snow Showers near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mills and Cody. Straight-line distance: 177.86 mi (286.24 km).
#1 Mills
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 4,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.8405200, -106.3658600 |
| Altitude | 1562 |
| 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: 341 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
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 | $29.12 | $58.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $31.65 | $63.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $34.03 | $68.05 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $40.48 | $80.96 |
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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