How far is Newcastle, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Newcastle, WY to Cody, WY is about 326.5 miles (525.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244.8 miles (393.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 05m 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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City in Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newcastle and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newcastle and Cody.
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Start on West Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 16
25 mi · 37 min · US Highway 16
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Continue on 2nd Street
20.4 mi · 30 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on East Converse Street
1802 ft · 32 sec · East Converse Street
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Turn right onto I-90 Access Road
1523 ft · 32 sec · I-90 Access Road
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Take the ramp left
930 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
145.8 mi · 2 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
79 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
52.3 mi · 59 min · North 6th Street
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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 Newcastle and Cody.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I-90 Access Road
Merge slight left
146 mi · 02h 25m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newcastle and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newcastle to Cody?
The road trip is about 326.5 miles (525.4 km) and usually takes 05h 32m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 163 miles from Newcastle and 163.4 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244.8 miles (393.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 81.7 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 5:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.85 one way or $89.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 102.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Newcastle and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newcastle and Cody. Straight-line distance: 244.76 mi (393.9 km).
#1 Newcastle
City in Weston County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 3,314 |
| Coordinates | 43.8547000, -104.2049400 |
| Altitude | 1319 |
| 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: 525 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 04m |
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 | $44.85 | $89.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $48.74 | $97.48 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $52.40 | $104.81 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $62.35 | $124.69 |
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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