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.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
172.3 mi
03h 27m
Flight
147.98 mi
238.15 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
147.98 mi
Kilometers
238.15 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
172.3 mi
Kilometers
277.29 km
Drive Time
03h 27m

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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.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jackson
Sun, Apr 19, 4:08 AM MDT
Return by in North Rock Springs
Sun, Apr 19, 7:35 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Rock Springs
2026-04-19T00:41
Arrive Jackson
Sun, Apr 19, 4:08 AM MDT
Route Timing
03h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:06 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in North Rock Springs
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Pinedale
WY

Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States

From North Rock Springs
86.1 mi
01h 43m
To Jackson
86.2 mi
01h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph SSW
Destination
57°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
9 mph S

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. 1

    Start on Mesa Drive

    62 m · 15 sec · Mesa Drive

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Meadow Drive

    1395 ft · 1 min · Meadow Drive

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Hoskins Lane

    2273 ft · 2 min · Hoskins Lane

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Yellowstone Road

    6.9 mi · 10 min · Yellowstone Road

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto US 191

    75.8 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US 191

  6. 6

    Continue on United States Highway 191

    10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191

  7. 7

    Continue on US Highway 191

    1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191

  8. 8

    Continue on South Pine Street

    2.2 mi · 5 min · South Pine Street

  9. 9

    Continue on United States Highway 191

    62.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · United States Highway 191

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89

    6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89

    11.8 mi · 17 min · South Highway 89

  12. 12

    Continue on West Broadway Avenue

    1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue

    2015 ft · 50 sec · West Pearl Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn left onto South Cache Drive

    158 m · 14 sec · South Cache Drive

  15. 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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 191
75.8 mi · 44%
United States Highway 191
73 mi · 42%
South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 7%
Yellowstone Road
6.94 mi · 4%
South Pine Street
2.19 mi · 1%
West Broadway Avenue
1.03 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 27m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.3 mi
148 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pinedale
01h 43m from North Rock Springs
Leave By
10:06 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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).

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#1 North Rock Springs

Census-designated place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming

Population2,207
Coordinates41.6435800, -109.2656800
Altitude1977
CountryUnited States
Jackson

#2 Jackson

Town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States

Population10,572
Coordinates43.4799300, -110.7624300
Altitude1901
CountryUnited States
Start: North Rock Springs (-109.26568, 41.64358)
End: Jackson (-110.76243, 43.47993)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 277 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
6.08 gal
23.02 L · about $23.67
Round trip
$47.34
12.16 gal · 46.04 L
Estimated CO2
54 kg one way
Round trip: 108.1 kg / 238 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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

There is no time difference between North Rock Springs and Jackson. The current time is 00:41:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.