How far is Riverton, WY from Evanston, WY?
The driving distance from Riverton, WY to Evanston, WY is about 239 miles (384.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.6 miles (289 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 32m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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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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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Evanston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Evanston.
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Start on North Federal Boulevard
15 mi · 17 min · North Federal Boulevard
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Continue on South Main Street
9.8 mi · 12 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
8.4 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Highway 28
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Turn left onto Farson Mercantile
38.1 mi · 43 min · Farson Mercantile
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Continue on Elk Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Elk Street
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Take the exit left
1736 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
99.2 mi · 1 hr 38 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 89 North, WY 150: Front Street
1488 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Front Street
3228 ft · 2 min · Front Street
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Turn right onto Bear River Drive
107 m · 10 sec · Bear River Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bear River Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Evanston.
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
99.2 mi · 01h 38m
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 Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Evanston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Evanston?
The road trip is about 239 miles (384.7 km) and usually takes 04h 16m 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 119.4 miles from Riverton and 119.7 miles from Evanston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.6 miles (289 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.4 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 8:28 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.86 one way or $65.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Riverton and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Evanston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Evanston. Straight-line distance: 179.55 mi (288.95 km).
#1 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Evanston
City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 11,570 |
| Coordinates | 41.2682800, -110.9632400 |
| Altitude | 2057 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bear River Drive (-110.96333, 41.268342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 385 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
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 | $32.86 | $65.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $35.71 | $71.42 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $38.39 | $76.79 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $45.68 | $91.35 |
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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