How far is Rock Springs, WY from Glenrock, WY?
The driving distance from Rock Springs, WY to Glenrock, WY is about 251.5 miles (404.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 191.8 miles (308.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance T-storms
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Springs and Glenrock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs and Glenrock.
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Start on Collins Street
26 m · 7 sec · Collins Street
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Turn right onto Agate Street
129 m · 19 sec · Agate Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Edgar Street
789 ft · 26 sec · Edgar Street
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Turn right onto Virginia Street
905 ft · 40 sec · Virginia Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto James Drive
977 ft · 33 sec · James Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Side Belt Route
2190 ft · 48 sec · South Side Belt Route
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Turn right onto 9th Street
2182 ft · 38 sec · 9th Street
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Take the ramp right
1916 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
103.9 mi · 1 hr 41 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East, WY 789 North: Rawlins
1997 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto West Spruce Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Spruce Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
44.1 mi · 51 min · 3rd Street
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Continue straight
63.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Turn left onto Casper West Belt
7.3 mi · 9 min · Casper West Belt
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Continue straight
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit right
23.3 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 Business: Glenrock, Rolling Hills
1896 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Deer Creek Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Deer Creek Road
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Continue on South 4th Street
3019 ft · 56 sec · South 4th Street
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Turn left onto West Birch Street
7 m · 1 sec · West Birch Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Birch Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Springs and Glenrock.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
104 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Slight Chance T-storms leaving Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Glenrock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Springs to Glenrock?
The road trip is about 251.5 miles (404.7 km) and usually takes 04h 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?
Rawlins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.5 miles from Rock Springs and 126 miles from Glenrock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 191.8 miles (308.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.7 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 7:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.53 one way or $69.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance T-storms around Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Glenrock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Springs and Glenrock. Straight-line distance: 191.78 mi (308.64 km).
#1 Rock Springs
City in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 22,943 |
| Coordinates | 41.5874600, -109.2029000 |
| Altitude | 1947 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glenrock
Town in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,567 |
| Coordinates | 42.8613600, -105.8722300 |
| Altitude | 1530 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glenrock (-105.87223, 42.86136)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $34.53 | $69.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $37.53 | $75.06 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $40.35 | $80.70 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $48.00 | $96.01 |
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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