How far is Wheatland, WY from Lander, WY?
The driving distance from Wheatland, WY to Lander, WY is about 254 miles (408.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200 miles (321.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Uinta 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 Lander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheatland and Lander.
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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
62.3 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
1846 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left
107 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
94.3 mi · 1 hr 47 min · West Yellowstone Highway
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Continue straight
17.7 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Continue on South Main Street
9.7 mi · 11 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2095 ft · 41 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheatland and Lander.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Yellowstone Highway
Turn right onto West Yellowstone Highway
94.3 mi · 01h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Wheatland and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Lander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheatland to Lander?
The road trip is about 254 miles (408.8 km) and usually takes 04h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mountain View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.9 miles from Wheatland and 127.1 miles from Lander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200 miles (321.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 54 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:28 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.88 one way or $69.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Wheatland and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Lander.
Stop Ideas Near Mountain View
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 Mountain View.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheatland and Lander. Straight-line distance: 199.97 mi (321.82 km).
#1 Wheatland
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 3,522 |
| Coordinates | 42.0540700, -104.9529500 |
| Altitude | 1448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lander
City in, and the county seat of, Fremont County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 7,467 |
| Coordinates | 42.8330100, -108.7306700 |
| Altitude | 1632 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-108.730657, 42.833044)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 409 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 10m |
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 | $34.88 | $69.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $37.91 | $75.82 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $40.76 | $81.52 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $48.49 | $96.98 |
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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