How far is North Platte, NE from Cheyenne, WY?
The driving distance from North Platte, NE to Cheyenne, WY is about 220.3 miles (354.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 211 miles (339.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 42m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cheyenne County, Nebraska, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Platte and Cheyenne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Platte and Cheyenne.
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Start on the route
48 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto West William Avenue
122 m · 20 sec · West William Avenue
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Turn right onto South Jeffers Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Jeffers Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West
2961 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
72.8 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Sidney, Cheyanne
144.2 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 180, US 85: Central Avenue, Greely
1331 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto North Greeley Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Greeley Highway
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Continue on Warren Avenue
2876 ft · 52 sec · Warren Avenue
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Turn left onto East 24th Street
740 ft · 22 sec · East 24th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 24th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Platte and Cheyenne.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Sidney, Cheyanne
144 mi · 02h 23m
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 leaving North Platte and Mostly Sunny near Cheyenne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Platte to Cheyenne?
The road trip is about 220.3 miles (354.6 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?
Lodgepole is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.9 miles from North Platte and 110.4 miles from Cheyenne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 211 miles (339.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.94 one way or $67.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between North Platte and Cheyenne, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North Platte and Mostly Sunny near Cheyenne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Platte and Cheyenne. Straight-line distance: 211 mi (339.57 km).
#1 North Platte
City in Lincoln County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 23,202 |
| Coordinates | 41.1238900, -100.7654200 |
| Altitude | 854 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cheyenne
The most populous city in Laramie County, Wyoming.
| Population | 64,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.1399800, -104.8202500 |
| Altitude | 1856 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cheyenne (-104.82025, 41.13998)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 355 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 44m |
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 | $4.36 | $33.94 | $67.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.59 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
| Premium | $5.17 | $40.19 | $80.38 |
| Diesel | $6.17 | $47.99 | $95.99 |
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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