How far is Rock Springs, WY from Rawlins, WY?
The driving distance from Rock Springs, WY to Rawlins, WY is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Springs and Rawlins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs and Rawlins.
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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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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Spruce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Springs and Rawlins.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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 comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny near Rawlins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Springs to Rawlins?
The road trip is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km) and usually takes 01h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wamsutter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.8 miles from Rock Springs and 53.9 miles from Rawlins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.79 one way or $29.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rock Springs and Mostly Sunny near Rawlins.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Springs and Rawlins. Straight-line distance: 102.31 mi (164.66 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 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Spruce Street (-107.238656, 41.791055)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.79 | $29.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $16.08 | $32.16 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $17.29 | $34.57 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $20.57 | $41.13 |
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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