How far is Rafter J Ranch, WY from Cheyenne, WY?
The driving distance from Rafter J Ranch, WY to Cheyenne, WY is about 430.4 miles (692.7 km), with a travel time of about 06h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 343.9 miles (553.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 30m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rafter J Ranch and Cheyenne.
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Start on South Park Ranch Road
1.3 km · 3 min · South Park Ranch Road
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Turn left onto South Park Loop Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · South Park Loop Road
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Turn right onto South Highway 89
7.5 mi · 10 min · South Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
50 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
162.2 mi · 3 hr 8 min
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Take the exit left
2197 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
253.9 mi · 4 hr 11 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
1601 ft · 18 sec · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Casper
1408 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Missile Drive, Warren Gate 2
929 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Missile Drive
1265 ft · 32 sec · Missile Drive
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Turn left onto West 24th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 24th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 24th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rafter J Ranch and Cheyenne.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
254 mi · 04h 11m
Route Summary
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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 Rafter J Ranch and Sunny near Cheyenne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rafter J Ranch to Cheyenne?
The road trip is about 430.4 miles (692.7 km) and usually takes 06h 45m 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?
Wamsutter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 214.9 miles from Rafter J Ranch and 215.6 miles from Cheyenne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 343.9 miles (553.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 86.5 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 $59.13 one way or $118.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 135 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rafter J Ranch and Sunny near Cheyenne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rafter J Ranch and Cheyenne. Straight-line distance: 343.91 mi (553.47 km).
#1 Rafter J Ranch
Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,075 |
| Coordinates | 43.4260400, -110.7990900 |
| Altitude | 1848 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cheyenne
The most populous city in Laramie County, Wyoming.
| Population | 64,742 |
| Coordinates | 41.1399800, -104.8202500 |
| Altitude | 1856 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 24th Street (-104.820107, 41.139762)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 693 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 22m |
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 | $59.13 | $118.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $64.27 | $128.54 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $69.10 | $138.20 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $82.21 | $164.42 |
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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