How far is Riverton, WY from Basin, WY?
The driving distance from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY is about 117.6 miles (189.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m 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 02h 19m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Basin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Basin.
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Start on North Federal Boulevard
22.1 mi · 25 min · North Federal Boulevard
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Turn left onto Idaho Street
31.9 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South 6th Street
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Continue on Park Street
32.4 mi · 39 min · Park Street
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Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
2336 ft · 1 min · North Railway Avenue
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Continue on Russell Avenue
606 ft · 22 sec · Russell Avenue
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
29.8 mi · 32 min · North 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Basin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Park Street
Continue on Park Street
32.4 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.
Sunny leaving Riverton and Sunny near Basin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Basin?
The road trip is about 117.6 miles (189.2 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
East Thermopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.8 miles from Riverton and 58.8 miles from Basin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 1:52 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.16 one way or $32.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Riverton and Sunny near Basin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Basin. Straight-line distance: 95.16 mi (153.14 km).
#1 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Basin
Town and county seat of Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,257 |
| Coordinates | 44.3799600, -108.0389900 |
| Altitude | 1182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Basin (-108.03899, 44.37996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $16.16 | $32.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $17.56 | $35.12 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $22.46 | $44.92 |
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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