How far is Moorcroft, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Moorcroft, WY to Gillette, WY is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.4 miles (44.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Crook County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moorcroft and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moorcroft and Gillette.
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Start on South Yellowstone Avenue
25 m · 8 sec · South Yellowstone Avenue
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Turn left onto East Converse Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Converse Street
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Take the ramp left
25.5 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
2000 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
3228 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Stanley Avenue
63 m · 9 sec · Stanley Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moorcroft and Gillette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Converse Street
Take the ramp left
25.5 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Moorcroft and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moorcroft to Gillette?
The road trip is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pine Haven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.3 miles from Moorcroft and 14.5 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.4 miles (44.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.93 one way or $7.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 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 Gillette.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Haven
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Gillette Utilities Department
City of Gillette
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pine Haven.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moorcroft and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 27.37 mi (44.05 km).
#1 Moorcroft
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,084 |
| Coordinates | 44.2633100, -104.9502500 |
| Altitude | 1288 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 4th Street (-105.502224, 44.291248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $4.27 | $8.55 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
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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