How far is Rawlins, WY from Saratoga, WY?
The driving distance from Rawlins, WY to Saratoga, WY is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rawlins and Saratoga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rawlins and Saratoga.
-
1
Start on West Spruce Street
15 m · 9 sec · West Spruce Street
-
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
1086 ft · 26 sec · 3rd Street
-
3
Turn left onto West Cedar Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Cedar Street
-
4
Take the exit straight
2127 ft · 52 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
18.6 mi · 19 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East, US 287 South, WY 130 East: Walcott, Medicine Bow National Forest, Saratoga
2548 ft · 41 sec
-
7
Turn right onto State Highway 130
19.6 mi · 21 min · State Highway 130
-
8
Continue on North 1st Street
2972 ft · 1 min · North 1st Street
-
9
Turn left onto East Bridge Avenue
106 m · 10 sec · East Bridge Avenue
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Bridge Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rawlins and Saratoga.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 130
Turn right onto State Highway 130
19.6 mi · 00h 21m
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 Sunny near Saratoga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rawlins to Saratoga?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Sinclair is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Rawlins and 21.1 miles from Saratoga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.80 one way or $11.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rawlins and Sunny near Saratoga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rawlins and Saratoga. Straight-line distance: 32.21 mi (51.84 km).
#1 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saratoga
Town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,599 |
| Coordinates | 41.4549600, -106.8064300 |
| Altitude | 2068 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saratoga (-106.80643, 41.45496)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.30 | $12.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.06 | $16.13 |
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 · Jun 02, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.