How far is Rock Springs, WY from Saratoga, WY?
The driving distance from Rock Springs, WY to Saratoga, WY is about 149.8 miles (241 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.3 miles (200 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Springs and Saratoga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Springs and Saratoga.
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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
127.3 mi · 2 hr 4 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East, US 287 South, WY 130 East: Walcott, Medicine Bow National Forest, Saratoga
2548 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 130
19.6 mi · 21 min · State Highway 130
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Continue on North 1st Street
2972 ft · 1 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Bridge Avenue
106 m · 10 sec · East Bridge Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Bridge Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rock Springs and Saratoga.
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
127 mi · 02h 04m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rock Springs and Sunny near Saratoga.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Springs to Saratoga?
The road trip is about 149.8 miles (241 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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 74.8 miles from Rock Springs and 75 miles from Saratoga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.3 miles (200 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 1:28 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.56 one way or $41.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rock Springs and Sunny near Saratoga.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Springs and Saratoga. Straight-line distance: 124.31 mi (200.05 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 Saratoga
Town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,599 |
| Coordinates | 41.4549600, -106.8064300 |
| Altitude | 2068 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saratoga (-106.80643, 41.45496)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $20.56 | $41.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $22.34 | $44.68 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $28.58 | $57.15 |
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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