How far is Sundance, WY from Sheridan, WY?

The driving distance from Sundance, WY to Sheridan, WY is about 164.8 miles (265.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 129.8 miles (208.9 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
164.76 mi
02h 31m
Flight
129.77 mi
208.85 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
129.77 mi
Kilometers
208.85 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
164.76 mi
Kilometers
265.16 km
Drive Time
02h 31m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sheridan
Thu, Apr 23, 2:56 AM MDT
Return by in Sundance
Thu, Apr 23, 5:27 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sundance
2026-04-23T00:25
Arrive Sheridan
Thu, Apr 23, 2:56 AM MDT
Route Timing
02h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:28 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sundance
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Gillette
WY

City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States

From Sundance
82 mi
01h 15m
To Sheridan
82.8 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
42°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
17 to 26 mph W
Destination
46°F
Thursday

Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
28 to 40 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sundance and Sheridan.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sundance and Sheridan.

  1. 1

    Start on East Cleveland Street

    1834 ft · 31 sec · East Cleveland Street

  2. 2

    Continue on South West Street

    2644 ft · 45 sec · South West Street

  3. 3

    Continue on US Highway 14

    1.3 km · 1 min · US Highway 14

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    160 mi · 2 hr 39 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward Brundage Lane

    2143 ft · 58 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto East Brundage Lane

    1798 ft · 36 sec · East Brundage Lane

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Coffeen Avenue

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Coffeen Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    654 ft · 18 sec · South Main Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West Loucks Street

    24 m · 2 sec · West Loucks Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Loucks Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sundance and Sheridan.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 14
161 mi · 98%
Coffeen Avenue
1.78 mi · 1%
South West Street
0.5 mi
Brundage Lane
0.41 mi
East Cleveland Street
0.35 mi
East Brundage Lane
0.34 mi
Longest Stretch

US Highway 14

Take the ramp left

160 mi · 02h 39m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 31m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35 mi
129.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gillette
01h 15m from Sundance
Leave By
1:28 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Showers leaving Sundance and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Sheridan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sundance to Sheridan?

The road trip is about 164.8 miles (265.2 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 82 miles from Sundance and 82.8 miles from Sheridan.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 129.8 miles (208.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 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 $22.62 one way or $45.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Sundance and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Sheridan.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sundance and Sheridan. Straight-line distance: 129.77 mi (208.85 km).

Sundance

#1 Sundance

Town in Crook County, Wyoming, United States

Population1,296
Coordinates44.4063700, -104.3757800
Altitude1444
CountryUnited States
Sheridan

#2 Sheridan

City in Wyoming, United States

Population18,095
Coordinates44.7971900, -106.9561800
Altitude1141
CountryUnited States
Start: East Cleveland Street (-104.375627, 44.40617)
End: West Loucks Street (-106.956181, 44.797278)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 265 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.81 gal
22.01 L · about $22.62
Round trip
$45.24
11.62 gal · 44.02 L
Estimated CO2
51.6 kg one way
Round trip: 103.3 kg / 228 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $22.62 $45.24
Mid-grade $4.23 $24.58 $49.16
Premium $4.55 $26.43 $52.86
Diesel $5.41 $31.44 $62.89

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wyoming · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Sundance and Sheridan. The current time is 00:25:18.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.