How far is Powell, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Powell, WY to Gillette, WY is about 224.3 miles (361 km), with a travel time of about 04h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.5 miles (263.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 01m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Powell and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powell and Gillette.
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Start on North Bent Street
871 ft · 26 sec · North Bent Street
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Turn left onto East Coulter Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East Coulter Avenue
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Continue on Medicine Wheel Passage
4.4 mi · 5 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on WY 114
706 ft · 13 sec · WY 114
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Turn right onto Medicine Wheel Passage
14 mi · 17 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Medicine Wheel Passage
2 mi · 3 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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Continue on West Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Medicine Wheel Passage
52.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Medicine Wheel Passage
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At the end of the road, turn left
31.7 mi · 40 min
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Take the ramp right
2069 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
115.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right
1875 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Skyline Drive
944 ft · 27 sec · Skyline Drive
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Turn slight right
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto South Warren Avenue
719 ft · 34 sec · South Warren Avenue
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
852 ft · 32 sec · West 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 Powell and Gillette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Medicine Wheel Passage
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115 mi · 01h 55m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Powell 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 Powell to Gillette?
The road trip is about 224.3 miles (361 km) and usually takes 04h 01m 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?
Ranchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112 miles from Powell and 112.3 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.5 miles (263.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.8 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 8:58 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.79 one way or $61.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Powell and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Powell and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 163.5 mi (263.12 km).
#1 Powell
City in Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,127 |
| Coordinates | 44.7538400, -108.7573500 |
| Altitude | 1339 |
| 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: 361 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 47m |
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 | $30.79 | $61.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $33.47 | $66.93 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $35.98 | $71.97 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $42.81 | $85.62 |
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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