How far is Mountain View, WY from Rock Springs, WY?
The driving distance from Mountain View, WY to Rock Springs, WY is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.9 miles (101.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mountain View and Rock Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountain View and Rock Springs.
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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
63.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward College Drive
1937 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto College Drive
1.2 km · 1 min · College Drive
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Turn left onto Grant Street
3208 ft · 1 min · Grant Street
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Turn right onto Elk Street
849 ft · 17 sec · Elk Street
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Continue on A Street
590 ft · 17 sec · A Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
2666 ft · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Edgar Street
3090 ft · 1 min · Edgar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Agate Street
129 m · 24 sec · Agate Street
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Turn left onto Collins Street
26 m · 4 sec · Collins Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Collins Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mountain View and Rock Springs.
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
63.3 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Mountain View and Sunny near Rock Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mountain View to Rock Springs?
The road trip is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Granger is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.4 miles from Mountain View and 38.3 miles from Rock Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.9 miles (101.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 4:00 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.28 one way or $20.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mountain View and Sunny near Rock Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mountain View and Rock Springs. Straight-line distance: 62.88 mi (101.2 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 Rock Springs
City in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 22,943 |
| Coordinates | 41.5874600, -109.2029000 |
| Altitude | 1947 |
| Country | United States |
End: Collins Street (-109.202964, 41.587676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
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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