How far is North Rock Springs, WY from Evanston, WY?
The driving distance from North Rock Springs, WY to Evanston, WY is about 103.7 miles (166.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 42m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Rock Springs and Evanston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Rock Springs and Evanston.
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Start on Mesa Drive
1 km · 3 min · Mesa Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Yellowstone Road
783 ft · 17 sec · Yellowstone Road
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Turn right onto Gannett Drive
37 m · 4 sec · Gannett Drive
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Turn left onto Foothill Boulevard
2.5 mi · 5 min · Foothill Boulevard
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Turn left onto Stagecoach Boulevard
1119 ft · 25 sec · Stagecoach Boulevard
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Turn right onto College Drive
2280 ft · 51 sec · College Drive
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Take the ramp left
1060 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
98.2 mi · 1 hr 36 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
1488 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Front Street
3228 ft · 2 min · Front Street
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Turn right onto Bear River Drive
107 m · 10 sec · Bear River Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bear River Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Rock Springs and Evanston.
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
98.2 mi · 01h 37m
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 North Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny near Evanston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Rock Springs to Evanston?
The road trip is about 103.7 miles (166.9 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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 51.6 miles from North Rock Springs and 52.1 miles from Evanston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 3:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.25 one way or $28.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny near Evanston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Rock Springs and Evanston. Straight-line distance: 91.65 mi (147.49 km).
#1 North Rock Springs
Census-designated place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming
| Population | 2,207 |
| Coordinates | 41.6435800, -109.2656800 |
| Altitude | 1977 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Evanston
City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 11,570 |
| Coordinates | 41.2682800, -110.9632400 |
| Altitude | 2057 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bear River Drive (-110.96333, 41.268342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $15.49 | $30.97 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $19.81 | $39.62 |
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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