How far is North Rock Springs, WY from Jackson, WY?
The driving distance from North Rock Springs, WY to Jackson, WY is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148 miles (238.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Rock Springs and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Rock Springs and Jackson.
-
1
Start on Mesa Drive
62 m · 15 sec · Mesa Drive
-
2
Turn left onto Meadow Drive
1395 ft · 1 min · Meadow Drive
-
3
Turn right onto Hoskins Lane
2273 ft · 2 min · Hoskins Lane
-
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Yellowstone Road
6.9 mi · 10 min · Yellowstone Road
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto US 191
75.8 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US 191
-
6
Continue on United States Highway 191
10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191
-
7
Continue on US Highway 191
1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191
-
8
Continue on South Pine Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Pine Street
-
9
Continue on United States Highway 191
62.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · United States Highway 191
-
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89
6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89
-
11
Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Highway 89
-
12
Continue on West Broadway Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue
-
13
Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
2015 ft · 50 sec · West Pearl Avenue
-
14
Turn left onto South Cache Drive
158 m · 14 sec · South Cache Drive
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cache Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Rock Springs and Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 191
At the end of the road, turn left onto US 191
75.8 mi · 01h 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.
Sunny leaving North Rock Springs and Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Rock Springs to Jackson?
The road trip is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Pinedale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.1 miles from North Rock Springs and 86.2 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148 miles (238.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.67 one way or $47.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Rock Springs and Sunny near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Rock Springs and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 147.98 mi (238.15 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 Jackson
Town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 10,572 |
| Coordinates | 43.4799300, -110.7624300 |
| Altitude | 1901 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-110.76243, 43.47993)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $23.67 | $47.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.72 | $51.45 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.66 | $55.32 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.90 | $65.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Wyoming · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.