How far is Ranchettes, WY from Casper, WY?
The driving distance from Ranchettes, WY to Casper, WY is about 174.9 miles (281.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Platte County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ranchettes and Casper.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ranchettes and Casper.
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Start on Iron Mountain Road
2 mi · 5 min · Iron Mountain Road
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Continue on Horse Creek Road
2502 ft · 52 sec · Horse Creek Road
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Take the ramp right
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
2239 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
75.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Continue straight
34 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
59.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 Business, US 20, US 26, US 87: North Beverly Street, Bryan Stock Trail
670 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto East F Street
99 m · 10 sec · East F Street
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Turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bryan Stock Trail
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Turn left onto East Sunlight Drive
1.5 km · 4 min · East Sunlight Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Sunlight Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ranchettes and Casper.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Horse Creek Road
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75.6 mi · 01h 11m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Ranchettes and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ranchettes to Casper?
The road trip is about 174.9 miles (281.4 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Glendo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.4 miles from Ranchettes and 87.6 miles from Casper.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:24 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.02 one way or $48.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Ranchettes and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Stop Ideas Near Glendo
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ranchettes and Casper. Straight-line distance: 138.09 mi (222.24 km).
#1 Ranchettes
Census-designated place in Laramie County, Wyoming
| Population | 5,798 |
| Coordinates | 41.2185900, -104.7902500 |
| Altitude | 1890 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Casper
The most populous city in Natrona County, Wyoming.
| Population | 58,498 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666300, -106.3130800 |
| Altitude | 1560 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Sunlight Drive (-106.309604, 42.868632)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 281 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $26.11 | $52.21 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $28.07 | $56.13 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.39 | $66.78 |
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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