How far is Riverton, WY from Rafter J Ranch, WY?
The driving distance from Riverton, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY is about 172.1 miles (277 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.9 miles (201 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 05m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Rafter J Ranch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Rafter J Ranch.
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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
4.3 mi · 7 min · South Highway 89
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Turn right onto South Park Loop Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · South Park Loop Road
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Turn right onto South Park Ranch Road
1539 ft · 1 min · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1300 ft · 57 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Continue on South Park Ranch Road
1335 ft · 59 sec · South Park Ranch Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Park Ranch Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Rafter J Ranch.
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.
Sunny leaving Riverton and Sunny near Rafter J Ranch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Rafter J Ranch?
The road trip is about 172.1 miles (277 km) and usually takes 03h 32m 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 85.9 miles from Riverton and 86.2 miles from Rafter J Ranch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.9 miles (201 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.2 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 9:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.63 one way or $47.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Riverton and Sunny near Rafter J Ranch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Rafter J Ranch. Straight-line distance: 124.9 mi (201 km).
#1 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rafter J Ranch
Census-designated place in Teton County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,075 |
| Coordinates | 43.4260400, -110.7990900 |
| Altitude | 1848 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rafter J Ranch (-110.79909, 43.42604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $23.63 | $47.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.61 | $55.22 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.85 | $65.70 |
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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