How far is Moorcroft, WY from Cody, WY?

The driving distance from Moorcroft, WY to Cody, WY is about 278.3 miles (447.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
278.32 mi
04h 44m
Flight
203.52 mi
327.53 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
203.52 mi
Kilometers
327.53 km
Flight Time
00h 24m

Driving Distance

Road route
278.32 mi
Kilometers
447.92 km
Drive Time
04h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cody
Thu, Apr 23, 10:57 AM MDT
Return by in Moorcroft
Thu, Apr 23, 3:41 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Moorcroft
2026-04-23T06:13
Arrive Cody
Thu, Apr 23, 10:57 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:44 AM to 12:44 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:32 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Moorcroft
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Ranchester
WY

Town of the United States

From Moorcroft
139 mi
02h 22m
To Cody
139.3 mi
02h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
49°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
16 to 26 mph NW
Destination
48°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
30 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Moorcroft and Cody.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moorcroft and Cody.

  1. 1

    Start on South Yellowstone Avenue

    25 m · 8 sec · South Yellowstone Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Converse Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Converse Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left

    144.6 mi · 2 hr 24 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks

    2282 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    79 mi · 1 hr 44 min

  6. 6

    Turn right onto North 6th Street

    52.3 mi · 59 min · North 6th Street

  7. 7

    Continue on 17th Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Sheridan Avenue

    126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 16th Street

    30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Moorcroft and Cody.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
3.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Converse Street
146 mi · 52%
North 6th Street
52.3 mi · 19%
17th Street
0.74 mi
US 14 West
0.43 mi
Sheridan Avenue
0.08 mi
16th Street
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

East Converse Street

Take the ramp left

145 mi · 02h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+74.8 mi
203.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ranchester
02h 22m from Moorcroft
Leave By
7:32 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Likely leaving Moorcroft 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 Moorcroft to Cody?

The road trip is about 278.3 miles (447.9 km) and usually takes 04h 44m 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?

Ranchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139 miles from Moorcroft and 139.3 miles from Cody.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 203.5 miles (327.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.8 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 7:32 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.23 one way or $76.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Moorcroft and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Moorcroft and Cody. Straight-line distance: 203.52 mi (327.53 km).

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#1 Moorcroft

Town of the United States

Population1,084
Coordinates44.2633100, -104.9502500
Altitude1288
CountryUnited States
Cody

#2 Cody

City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States

Population9,847
Coordinates44.5263400, -109.0565300
Altitude1523
CountryUnited States
Start: South Yellowstone Avenue (-104.950204, 44.26331)
End: 16th Street (-109.056273, 44.526342)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 448 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 33m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.82 gal
37.18 L · about $38.23
Round trip
$76.46
19.64 gal · 74.36 L
Estimated CO2
87.3 kg one way
Round trip: 174.5 kg / 385 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $38.23 $76.46
Mid-grade $4.23 $41.55 $83.10
Premium $4.55 $44.67 $89.34
Diesel $5.41 $53.15 $106.29

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Moorcroft and Cody. The current time is 06:13:12.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.