How far is Riverton, WY from Lyman, WY?
The driving distance from Riverton, WY to Lyman, WY is about 204.7 miles (329.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.8 miles (245.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 33m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 46m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Lyman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Lyman.
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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
62.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 413: Lyman
1964 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left
2.8 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
1354 ft · 29 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Owen Street
3 m · 1 sec · East Owen Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Owen Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Lyman.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 28
Continue on Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 16m
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 Chance Snow Showers near Lyman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Lyman?
The road trip is about 204.7 miles (329.5 km) and usually takes 03h 46m 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 102.3 miles from Riverton and 102.5 miles from Lyman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.8 miles (245.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.9 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 9:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.11 one way or $56.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Riverton and Chance Snow Showers near Lyman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Lyman. Straight-line distance: 152.8 mi (245.9 km).
#1 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lyman
Town in Uinta County, Wyoming
| Population | 2,083 |
| Coordinates | 41.3274500, -110.2929300 |
| Altitude | 2044 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lyman (-110.29293, 41.32745)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 329 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 33m |
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 | $28.11 | $56.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $30.55 | $61.10 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $32.84 | $65.69 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $39.07 | $78.15 |
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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