How far is Sundance, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Sundance, WY to Gillette, WY is about 62 miles (99.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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 Sundance and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sundance and Gillette.
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Start on East Cleveland Street
1834 ft · 31 sec · East Cleveland Street
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Continue on South West Street
2644 ft · 45 sec · South West Street
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Continue on US Highway 14
1.3 km · 1 min · US Highway 14
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Take the ramp left
57.8 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
2000 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
3228 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Stanley Avenue
63 m · 9 sec · Stanley Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sundance and Gillette.
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 Highway 14
Take the ramp left
57.8 mi · 00h 58m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sundance and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sundance to Gillette?
The road trip is about 62 miles (99.8 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Moorcroft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Sundance and 31.4 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.2 miles (90.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 4:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.53 one way or $17.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sundance and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sundance and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 56.22 mi (90.48 km).
#1 Sundance
Town in Crook County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,296 |
| Coordinates | 44.4063700, -104.3757800 |
| Altitude | 1444 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 4th Street (-105.502224, 44.291248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $8.53 | $17.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $9.27 | $18.53 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $11.85 | $23.70 |
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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