How far is Powell, WY from Sheridan, WY?
The driving distance from Powell, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 121.5 miles (195.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Big Horn County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Powell and Sheridan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powell and Sheridan.
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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
11 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
2129 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Loucks Street
24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Powell and Sheridan.
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
Turn left onto Medicine Wheel Passage
52.1 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Powell and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Sheridan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Powell to Sheridan?
The road trip is about 121.5 miles (195.6 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Greybull is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.7 miles from Powell and 60.8 miles from Sheridan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.1 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 1:16 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.70 one way or $33.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Powell and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Sheridan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Powell and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 88.39 mi (142.25 km).
#1 Powell
City in Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 6,127 |
| Coordinates | 44.7538400, -108.7573500 |
| Altitude | 1339 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.70 | $33.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $19.52 | $39.03 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $23.22 | $46.43 |
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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