How far is Rock Springs, WY from Rafter J Ranch, WY?
The driving distance from Rock Springs, WY to Rafter J Ranch, WY is about 176 miles (283.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 04m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
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Town in Sublette County, Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Springs and Rafter J Ranch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs and Rafter J Ranch.
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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
85.6 mi · 1 hr 35 min · US 191
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Continue on United States Highway 191
10.6 mi · 13 min · United States Highway 191
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Continue on US Highway 191
1995 ft · 43 sec · US Highway 191
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Continue on South Pine Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · South Pine Street
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Continue on United States Highway 191
62.3 mi · 1 hr 12 min · United States Highway 191
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Highway 89
6 m · 1 sec · South Highway 89
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Exit the roundabout onto South Highway 89
7.5 mi · 10 min · South Highway 89
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Turn left 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 Rock Springs and Rafter J Ranch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 191
Continue on US 191
85.6 mi · 01h 35m
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 Rock Springs 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 Rock Springs to Rafter J Ranch?
The road trip is about 176 miles (283.3 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?
Pinedale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88 miles from Rock Springs and 88 miles from Rafter J Ranch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.2 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 9:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.18 one way or $48.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rock Springs and Sunny near Rafter J Ranch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Springs and Rafter J Ranch. Straight-line distance: 150.81 mi (242.71 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 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: 283 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $24.18 | $48.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $26.27 | $52.55 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $28.25 | $56.50 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.61 | $67.22 |
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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