How far is Rawlins, WY from Jackson, WY?
The driving distance from Rawlins, WY to Jackson, WY is about 283.8 miles (456.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.8 miles (344 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 05m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rawlins and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rawlins and Jackson.
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Start on West Spruce Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Spruce Street
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Take the ramp right
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
106 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 191 North
1962 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Elk Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Elk Street
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Continue on US 191
85.6 mi · 1 hr 35 min · US 191
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Continue on United States Highway 191
10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191
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Continue on US Highway 191
1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191
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Continue on South Pine Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Pine Street
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Continue on United States Highway 191
62.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · United States Highway 191
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89
6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 17 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
158 m · 14 sec · South Cache Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cache Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rawlins and Jackson.
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
106 mi · 01h 43m
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 leaving Rawlins and Sunny near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rawlins to Jackson?
The road trip is about 283.8 miles (456.7 km) and usually takes 04h 32m 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?
North Rock Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 141.7 miles from Rawlins and 142 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.8 miles (344 km), while the road route adds roughly 70 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 7:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.97 one way or $77.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rawlins and Sunny near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rawlins and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 213.74 mi (343.98 km).
#1 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
Town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 10,572 |
| Coordinates | 43.4799300, -110.7624300 |
| Altitude | 1901 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Cache Street (-110.762345, 43.47993)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 457 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 32m |
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 | $38.97 | $77.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $42.35 | $84.70 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $45.54 | $91.07 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $54.17 | $108.35 |
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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