How far is Wilson, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Wilson, WY to Cody, WY is about 184.3 miles (296.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 33m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilson and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson and Cody.
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Start on Main Street
1455 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Second Street
581 ft · 42 sec · Second Street
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Turn left onto West Highway 22
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Highway 22
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Turn left onto Moose - Wilson Road
138 m · 9 sec · Moose - Wilson Road
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Continue on Moose-Wilson Road
14.6 mi · 25 min · Moose-Wilson Road
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Turn right onto Teton Park Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Teton Park Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Highway 89
17.8 mi · 25 min · North Highway 89
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Turn left onto North Park Road
20.5 mi · 37 min · North Park Road
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Continue on John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
6.4 mi · 11 min · John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
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Continue on South Entrance Road
21.5 mi · 39 min · South Entrance Road
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Turn right onto Grand Loop Road
20.6 mi · 35 min · Grand Loop Road
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Turn right onto East Entrance Road
25.9 mi · 50 min · East Entrance Road
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Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 1 hr 6 min · North Fork Highway
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Continue on Yellowstone Avenue
2.7 mi · 5 min · Yellowstone Avenue
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Continue on 8th Street
1279 ft · 48 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Canyon Avenue
1566 ft · 48 sec · Canyon Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 11th Street
1183 ft · 26 sec · 11th Street
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Turn right onto Beck Avenue
2501 ft · 1 min · Beck Avenue
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Turn left onto 16th Street
154 m · 17 sec · 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilson and Cody.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Fork Highway
Continue on North Fork Highway
48.1 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Wilson and Sunny near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilson to Cody?
The road trip is about 184.3 miles (296.6 km) and usually takes 04h 16m 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?
Moose Wilson Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.8 miles from Wilson and 93.5 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 69.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.30 one way or $50.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wilson and Sunny near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilson and Cody. Straight-line distance: 114.84 mi (184.81 km).
#1 Wilson
Census-designated place (CDP) in Teton County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,482 |
| Coordinates | 43.5007600, -110.8752100 |
| Altitude | 1874 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056273, 44.526342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 297 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $25.30 | $50.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $27.50 | $55.00 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $29.57 | $59.14 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $35.18 | $70.36 |
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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