How far is Mountain View, WY from Laramie, WY?
The driving distance from Mountain View, WY to Laramie, WY is about 278.9 miles (448.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.5 miles (396.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 29m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mountain View and Laramie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountain View and Laramie.
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Start on West 1st Street
30 m · 10 sec · West 1st Street
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Turn left onto Birch Street
134 m · 21 sec · Birch Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
981 ft · 34 sec · West 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 414 North
5.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 414 North
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Take the ramp right
1607 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
269.8 mi · 4 hr 24 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
1745 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto West Curtis Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Curtis Street
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1 mi · 3 min · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Ivinson Avenue
111 m · 12 sec · East Ivinson Avenue
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Turn right onto South 5th Street
61 m · 11 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mountain View and Laramie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
270 mi · 04h 24m
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.
Sunny leaving Mountain View and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Laramie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mountain View to Laramie?
The road trip is about 278.9 miles (448.8 km) and usually takes 04h 14m 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?
Wamsutter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.3 miles from Mountain View and 139.6 miles from Laramie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.5 miles (396.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.31 one way or $76.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mountain View and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Laramie.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mountain View and Laramie. Straight-line distance: 246.52 mi (396.74 km).
#1 Mountain View
Town in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,294 |
| Coordinates | 41.2688400, -110.3398800 |
| Altitude | 2074 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laramie
City in and county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,661 |
| Coordinates | 41.3113700, -105.5911000 |
| Altitude | 2184 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 5th Street (-105.590937, 41.31136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $38.31 | $76.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.63 | $83.27 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.76 | $89.52 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $53.25 | $106.51 |
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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