How far is Ranchettes, WY from Lander, WY?
The driving distance from Ranchettes, WY to Lander, WY is about 279.2 miles (449.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 25m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ranchettes and Lander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ranchettes and Lander.
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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
2900 ft · 1 min · Horse Creek Road
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Take the ramp left
1404 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Laramie
2663 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
143.1 mi · 2 hr 23 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East, US 287 North, WY 76: Rawlins
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto East Cedar Street
2671 ft · 39 sec · East Cedar Street
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Turn right onto Higley Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · Higley Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right
42.4 mi · 48 min
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Turn left
72.2 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Turn right
8.8 mi · 10 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ranchettes and Lander.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
143 mi · 02h 23m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Ranchettes and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Lander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ranchettes to Lander?
The road trip is about 279.2 miles (449.3 km) and usually takes 04h 42m 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?
Sinclair is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.5 miles from Ranchettes and 139.7 miles from Lander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.9 miles (371.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.3 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 7:34 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.35 one way or $76.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.5 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 Lander.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ranchettes and Lander. Straight-line distance: 230.93 mi (371.65 km).
#1 Ranchettes
Census-designated place in Laramie County, Wyoming
| Population | 5,798 |
| Coordinates | 41.2185900, -104.7902500 |
| Altitude | 1890 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lander
City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 7,467 |
| Coordinates | 42.8330100, -108.7306700 |
| Altitude | 1632 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-108.730657, 42.833044)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $38.35 | $76.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $41.68 | $83.35 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $44.81 | $89.62 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $53.31 | $106.62 |
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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