How far is Rafter J Ranch, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Rafter J Ranch, WY to Cody, WY is about 186 miles (299.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 40m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rafter J Ranch and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rafter J Ranch and Cody.
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Start on South Park Ranch Road
1.3 km · 3 min · South Park Ranch Road
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Turn sharp right onto South Park Loop Road
3.2 mi · 8 min · South Park Loop Road
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Continue on South Park Loop Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Park Loop Road
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Turn left onto South Highway 89
2806 ft · 1 min · South Highway 89
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Continue on West Broadway Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
2015 ft · 50 sec · West Pearl Avenue
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Turn left onto South Cache Drive
120 m · 10 sec · South Cache Drive
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Continue on North Cache Street
1.4 km · 3 min · North Cache Street
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Continue on North Highway 89
6 mi · 9 min · North Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Highway 89
34 m · 6 sec · North Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto North Highway 89
23.3 mi · 32 min · North Highway 89
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Turn left onto North Park Road
20.5 mi · 37 min · North Park Road
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Continue on John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
6.4 mi · 11 min · John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
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Continue on South Entrance Road
21.5 mi · 39 min · South Entrance Road
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Turn right onto Grand Loop Road
20.6 mi · 35 min · Grand Loop Road
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Turn right onto East Entrance Road
25.9 mi · 50 min · East Entrance Road
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Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 1 hr 6 min · North Fork Highway
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Continue on Yellowstone Avenue
2.7 mi · 5 min · Yellowstone Avenue
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Continue on 8th Street
1279 ft · 48 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Canyon Avenue
1566 ft · 48 sec · Canyon Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 11th Street
1183 ft · 26 sec · 11th Street
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Turn right onto Beck Avenue
2501 ft · 1 min · Beck Avenue
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Turn left onto 16th Street
154 m · 17 sec · 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rafter J Ranch and Cody.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Fork Highway
Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers leaving Rafter J Ranch and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rafter J Ranch to Cody?
The road trip is about 186 miles (299.3 km) and usually takes 04h 20m 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?
Moose Wilson Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.1 miles from Rafter J Ranch and 93.9 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 70.7 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 8:20 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.54 one way or $51.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Rafter J Ranch and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rafter J Ranch and Cody. Straight-line distance: 115.26 mi (185.5 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 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056274, 44.526341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $25.54 | $51.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $27.76 | $55.51 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $29.84 | $59.68 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $35.50 | $71.01 |
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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