How far is Wheatland, WY from Rawlins, WY?
The driving distance from Wheatland, WY to Rawlins, WY is about 157.2 miles (253 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.9 miles (191.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 27m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
This Albany County town is situated at an elevation of 6,896 feet in southeastern Wyoming.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheatland and Rawlins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheatland and Rawlins.
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Start on 9th Street
873 ft · 15 sec · 9th Street
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Continue on South Street
2633 ft · 52 sec · South Street
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Turn left onto 16th Street
1816 ft · 54 sec · 16th Street
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Turn right onto West Mariposa Parkway
970 ft · 22 sec · West Mariposa Parkway
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Take the ramp left
5.6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WY 34 West: Laramie
1937 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 34
51.6 mi · 1 hr 4 min · State Highway 34
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 30
21.1 mi · 31 min · US Highway 30
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Continue on North 4th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 13
17.6 mi · 31 min · State Highway 13
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Take the ramp left
1501 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
56 mi · 56 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business East, US 287 North, WY 76: Rawlins
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto East Cedar Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Cedar Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
1086 ft · 23 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Spruce Street
15 m · 1 sec · West Spruce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Spruce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheatland and Rawlins.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
56 mi · 00h 56m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rawlins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheatland to Rawlins?
The road trip is about 157.2 miles (253 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Rock River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.5 miles from Wheatland and 78.7 miles from Rawlins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.9 miles (191.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.3 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 1:02 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.61 one way or $43.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wheatland and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rawlins.
Stop Ideas Near Rock River
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 Rock River.
Wheatland, Wyoming
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheatland and Rawlins. Straight-line distance: 118.9 mi (191.35 km).
#1 Wheatland
Town in Wyoming, United States
| Population | 3,522 |
| Coordinates | 42.0540700, -104.9529500 |
| Altitude | 1448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rawlins
City in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 8,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.7910700, -107.2386600 |
| Altitude | 2072 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Spruce Street (-107.238656, 41.791055)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $21.61 | $43.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $23.48 | $46.96 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $25.25 | $50.49 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $30.04 | $60.07 |
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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