How far is Rock Springs, WY from Lovell, WY?
The driving distance from Rock Springs, WY to Lovell, WY is about 300.2 miles (483.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228.2 miles (367.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 41m 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 05h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Freemont County, Wyoming
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Springs and Lovell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs and Lovell.
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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
2579 ft · 49 sec · 9th Street
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Take the ramp left
1707 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 191 North
1962 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Elk Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Elk Street
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Continue on US 191
38.1 mi · 43 min · US 191
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Turn right onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Highway 28
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Continue straight
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
46.8 mi · 54 min
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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
42.4 mi · 48 min · North 10th Street
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Turn slight right
27.6 mi · 30 min
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Continue on East Main Street
154 m · 20 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Springs and Lovell.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Highway 28
Turn right onto Highway 28
66.5 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rock Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lovell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Springs to Lovell?
The road trip is about 300.2 miles (483.2 km) and usually takes 05h 50m 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?
Riverton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 150.1 miles from Rock Springs and 150.2 miles from Lovell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228.2 miles (367.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 72 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 5:18 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.23 one way or $82.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Rock Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lovell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Springs and Lovell. Straight-line distance: 228.25 mi (367.34 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 Lovell
Town in Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 2,327 |
| Coordinates | 44.8374500, -108.3895600 |
| Altitude | 1168 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lovell (-108.38956, 44.83745)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 483 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 44m |
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 | $41.23 | $82.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $44.81 | $89.61 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $48.17 | $96.35 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $57.31 | $114.63 |
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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