How far is Rawlins, WY from Lander, WY?

The driving distance from Rawlins, WY to Lander, WY is about 125.1 miles (201.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
125.08 mi
02h 22m
Flight
104.85 mi
168.74 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Rawlins.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
104.85 mi
Kilometers
168.74 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
125.08 mi
Kilometers
201.3 km
Drive Time
02h 22m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lander
Sat, Apr 18, 10:04 AM MDT
Return by in Rawlins
Sat, Apr 18, 12:27 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rawlins
2026-04-18T07:42
Arrive Lander
Sat, Apr 18, 10:04 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:22 AM to 12:22 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:46 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rawlins
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Bairoil
WY

Town of the United States

From Rawlins
62.5 mi
01h 11m
To Lander
62.6 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
40°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph W
Destination
48°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Rawlins and Lander.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rawlins and Lander.

  1. 1

    Start on West Spruce Street

    15 m · 5 sec · West Spruce Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 3rd Street

    44.1 mi · 51 min · 3rd Street

  3. 3

    Turn left

    72.2 mi · 1 hr 47 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    8.8 mi · 10 min

  5. 5

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Rawlins and Lander.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
5 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
3rd Street
44.1 mi · 35%
West Spruce Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

72.2 mi · 01h 47m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.3 mi
104.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bairoil
01h 11m from Rawlins
Leave By
1:46 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Rawlins and Sunny near Lander.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rawlins to Lander?

The road trip is about 125.1 miles (201.3 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?

Bairoil is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.5 miles from Rawlins and 62.6 miles from Lander.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.17 one way or $34.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rawlins and Sunny near Lander.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rawlins and Lander. Straight-line distance: 104.85 mi (168.74 km).

Rawlins

#1 Rawlins

City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States

Population8,484
Coordinates41.7910700, -107.2386600
Altitude2072
CountryUnited States
Lander

#2 Lander

City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States

Population7,467
Coordinates42.8330100, -108.7306700
Altitude1632
CountryUnited States
Start: West Spruce Street (-107.238656, 41.791055)
End: Main Street (-108.730657, 42.833044)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 201 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.41 gal
16.71 L · about $17.17
Round trip
$34.34
8.82 gal · 33.42 L
Estimated CO2
39.2 kg one way
Round trip: 78.4 kg / 173 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $17.17 $34.34
Mid-grade $4.23 $18.66 $37.32
Premium $4.55 $20.06 $40.12
Diesel $5.41 $23.87 $47.73

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Rawlins and Lander. The current time is 07:42:24.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.