How far is Pinedale, WY from Evanston, WY?
The driving distance from Pinedale, WY to Evanston, WY is about 156.2 miles (251.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Lincoln County, Wyoming, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pinedale and Evanston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinedale and Evanston.
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Start on East Pine Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Pine Street
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Continue on United States Highway 191
9.4 mi · 11 min · United States Highway 191
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Turn left onto US Highway 189
74 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US Highway 189
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Turn left
12.3 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
12.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30, US 189: Kemmerer, Diamondville
1683 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
85 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 30/189
591 ft · 11 sec · US Highway 30/189
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Continue on US Highway 189
34.4 mi · 37 min · US Highway 189
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Take the ramp right toward I 80 West
1319 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
12.5 mi · 13 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 Pinedale 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.
US Highway 189
Turn left onto US Highway 189
74 mi · 01h 23m
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 Pinedale and Sunny near Evanston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pinedale to Evanston?
The road trip is about 156.2 miles (251.3 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Opal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from Pinedale and 76.8 miles from Evanston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.1 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 1:00 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.45 one way or $42.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pinedale and Sunny near Evanston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pinedale and Evanston. Straight-line distance: 124.06 mi (199.66 km).
#1 Pinedale
Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666100, -109.8609900 |
| Altitude | 2189 |
| 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: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $21.45 | $42.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.31 | $46.63 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.06 | $50.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $29.82 | $59.64 |
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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