How far is Sheridan, WY from Wright, WY?
The driving distance from Sheridan, WY to Wright, WY is about 141.7 miles (228 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.3 miles (164.7 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sheridan and Wright.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan and Wright.
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Start on West Loucks Street
24 m · 6 sec · West Loucks Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
654 ft · 19 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Burkitt Street
51 m · 3 sec · East Burkitt Street
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Continue on Coffeen Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Coffeen Avenue
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Turn left onto East Brundage Lane
1370 ft · 27 sec · East Brundage Lane
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Take the ramp right
100.5 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right
3014 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto South Douglas Highway
4.1 mi · 7 min · South Douglas Highway
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Continue on State Highway 59 South
32.8 mi · 36 min · State Highway 59 South
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Turn right
1.2 km · 54 sec
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Continue on Wright Boulevard
1 km · 2 min · Wright Boulevard
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Turn right onto Hay Creek Road
63 m · 7 sec · Hay Creek Road
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Turn left
27 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sheridan and Wright.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Brundage Lane
Take the ramp right
101 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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Sheridan and Mostly Sunny near Wright.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sheridan to Wright?
The road trip is about 141.7 miles (228 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?
Gillette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.8 miles from Sheridan and 70.9 miles from Wright.
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 39.4 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 1:28 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.47 one way or $38.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Sheridan and Mostly Sunny near Wright.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sheridan and Wright. Straight-line distance: 102.31 mi (164.66 km).
#1 Sheridan
City in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 18,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.7971900, -106.9561800 |
| Altitude | 1141 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wright
Town in Campbell County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,758 |
| Coordinates | 43.7512400, -105.4920100 |
| Altitude | 1561 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wright (-105.49201, 43.75124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.47 | $38.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $21.16 | $42.31 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $22.75 | $45.49 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $27.06 | $54.12 |
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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