How far is Wheatland, WY from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Wheatland, WY to Gillette, WY is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157 miles (252.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Converse County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheatland and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheatland and Gillette.
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Start on 9th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · 9th Street
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Turn straight onto Swanson Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Swanson Road
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Take the ramp right
11.8 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
34 mi · 32 min
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 Business, US 26 Business, US 87 Business, I 25 Business: Douglas
2072 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto East Richards Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · East Richards Street
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South 4th Street
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Turn straight onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
2240 ft · 47 sec · Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
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Turn right
111.6 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
2116 ft · 1 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 Wheatland and Gillette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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112 mi · 02h 06m
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 Wheatland 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 Wheatland to Gillette?
The road trip is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Douglas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Wheatland and 88.9 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157 miles (252.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 12:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.10 one way or $48.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wheatland and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Stop Ideas Near Douglas
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Douglas.
Douglas, Wyoming
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Wheatland, Wyoming
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheatland and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 157.02 mi (252.7 km).
#1 Wheatland
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 3,522 |
| Coordinates | 42.0540700, -104.9529500 |
| Altitude | 1448 |
| 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: 283 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $26.19 | $52.38 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $28.16 | $56.32 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $33.50 | $67.00 |
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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