How far is Pinedale, WY from Riverton, WY?
The driving distance from Pinedale, WY to Riverton, WY is about 158.8 miles (255.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.7 miles (121.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 01m 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 03h 00m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pinedale and Riverton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinedale and Riverton.
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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
24.7 mi · 29 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Federal Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pinedale and Riverton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 28
Turn left onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 15m
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 Pinedale and Sunny near Riverton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pinedale to Riverton?
The road trip is about 158.8 miles (255.6 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Superior is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from Pinedale and 79.5 miles from Riverton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.7 miles (121.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.84 one way or $43.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pinedale and Sunny near Riverton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pinedale and Riverton. Straight-line distance: 75.69 mi (121.81 km).
#1 Pinedale
Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666100, -109.8609900 |
| Altitude | 2189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Federal Boulevard (-108.380624, 43.024965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.74 | $47.47 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.36 | $60.72 |
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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