How far is Riverton, WY from Afton, WY?
The driving distance from Riverton, WY to Afton, WY is about 232.8 miles (374.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 40m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Afton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Afton.
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Start on North Federal Boulevard
31 m · 5 sec · North Federal Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Main Street
77.9 mi · 1 hr 28 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto East Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Ramshorn Street
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Continue on US 26 / US 287
53.2 mi · 1 hr · US 26 / US 287
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Continue on North Highway 89
23.3 mi · 32 min · North Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Highway 89
30 m · 6 sec · North Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto North Highway 89
6 mi · 9 min · North Highway 89
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Continue on North Cache Street
1.4 km · 3 min · North Cache Street
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Continue on South Cache Drive
120 m · 12 sec · South Cache Drive
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Turn right onto West Pearl Avenue
2015 ft · 46 sec · West Pearl Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Continue on South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
19 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
22.8 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 89
2494 ft · 56 sec · US Highway 89
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Continue on Main Street
17 mi · 21 min · Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
13.8 mi · 18 min · North Main Street
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Continue on North Washington Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Washington Street
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Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
135 m · 21 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Turn right
33 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Afton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
77.9 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Riverton and Rain And Snow near Afton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Afton?
The road trip is about 232.8 miles (374.7 km) and usually takes 04h 50m 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?
Dubois is a useful midpoint, sitting about 116.3 miles from Riverton and 116.5 miles from Afton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 101.9 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 7:20 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.00 one way or $64.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Riverton and Rain And Snow near Afton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Afton. Straight-line distance: 130.85 mi (210.59 km).
#1 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Afton
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,071 |
| Coordinates | 42.7249300, -110.9318700 |
| Altitude | 1902 |
| Country | United States |
End: Afton (-110.93187, 42.72493)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 375 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 54m |
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 | $32.00 | $64.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $34.78 | $69.56 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $37.39 | $74.79 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $44.49 | $88.97 |
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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