How far is Rawlins, WY from Elk Mountain, WY?
The driving distance from Rawlins, WY to Elk Mountain, WY is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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 00h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rawlins and Elk Mountain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rawlins and Elk Mountain.
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Start on West Spruce Street
15 m · 9 sec · West Spruce Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
1086 ft · 26 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Cedar Street
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Take the exit straight
2127 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
39 mi · 39 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 72: Elk Mountain, Hanna
2263 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 6 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rawlins and Elk Mountain.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
39 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rawlins and Mostly Sunny near Elk Mountain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rawlins to Elk Mountain?
The road trip is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Hanna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Rawlins and 23 miles from Elk Mountain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 4:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.31 one way or $12.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rawlins and Mostly Sunny near Elk Mountain.
Stop Ideas Near Hanna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rawlins and Elk Mountain. Straight-line distance: 43.15 mi (69.44 km).
#1 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elk Mountain
Town of the United States
| Population | 184 |
| Coordinates | 41.6874600, -106.4133500 |
| Altitude | 2214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elk Mountain (-106.41335, 41.68746)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.31 | $12.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.85 | $13.71 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
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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