How far is North Rock Springs, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from North Rock Springs, WY to Gillette, WY is about 353.7 miles (569.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 263.9 miles (424.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 55m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 57m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Rock Springs and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Rock Springs and Gillette.
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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
1.9 mi · 3 min · Yellowstone Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elk Street
1 mi · 2 min · Elk Street
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Take the exit left
2197 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
106.1 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlins
1997 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto West Spruce Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Spruce Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
44.1 mi · 51 min · 3rd Street
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Continue straight
63.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Turn left onto Casper West Belt
7.3 mi · 9 min · Casper West Belt
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Continue straight
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
1989 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Horse Ranch Creek Road
1962 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Horseshoe Road
17.9 mi · 20 min · Horseshoe Road
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Turn right
51.3 mi · 59 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 59 South
32.8 mi · 36 min · State Highway 59 South
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Continue on South Douglas Highway
5 mi · 10 min · South Douglas Highway
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
2116 ft · 1 min · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Rock Springs and Gillette.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
106 mi · 01h 43m
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 North Rock Springs and Sunny near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Rock Springs to Gillette?
The road trip is about 353.7 miles (569.3 km) and usually takes 05h 57m 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?
Bairoil is a useful midpoint, sitting about 179.1 miles from North Rock Springs and 174.7 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 263.9 miles (424.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 89.8 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 5:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.58 one way or $97.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 110.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Rock Springs and Sunny near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Rock Springs and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 263.89 mi (424.69 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 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 4th Street (-105.502224, 44.291248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 569 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 24m |
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 | $48.58 | $97.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $52.80 | $105.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $56.77 | $113.54 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $67.54 | $135.08 |
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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