How far is Pinedale, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Pinedale, WY to Gillette, WY is about 401.2 miles (645.6 km), with a travel time of about 07h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 239.3 miles (385.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 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 07h 14m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pinedale and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinedale and Gillette.
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Start on East Pine Street
1.1 km · 2 min · East Pine Street
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Continue on US Highway 191
1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191
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Continue on United States Highway 191
10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191
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Continue on US Highway 191
47.5 mi · 52 min · US Highway 191
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Turn left onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Highway 28
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Continue straight
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
64.4 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Continue straight
76.2 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Turn left
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 Pinedale and Gillette.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Highway 28
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76.2 mi · 01h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Pinedale and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pinedale to Gillette?
The road trip is about 401.2 miles (645.6 km) and usually takes 07h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Shoshoni is a useful midpoint, sitting about 202.8 miles from Pinedale and 198.3 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 239.3 miles (385.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 161.9 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.09 one way or $110.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 125.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pinedale and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pinedale and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 239.3 mi (385.12 km).
#1 Pinedale
Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666100, -109.8609900 |
| Altitude | 2189 |
| 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: 646 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 00m |
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 | $55.09 | $110.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $59.87 | $119.74 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $64.37 | $128.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $76.58 | $153.16 |
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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