How far is Wilson, WY from Evanston, WY?
The driving distance from Wilson, WY to Evanston, WY is about 194.9 miles (313.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.3 miles (248.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 30m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilson and Evanston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson and Evanston.
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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
5.3 mi · 9 min · West Highway 22
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Turn right onto South Highway 89
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Highway 89
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
19 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
22.8 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 89
2494 ft · 56 sec · US Highway 89
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Continue on Main Street
17 mi · 21 min · Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
13.8 mi · 18 min · North Main Street
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Continue on North Washington Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · North Washington Street
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Continue on US Highway 89
30.9 mi · 36 min · US Highway 89
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Turn left
1.3 km · 57 sec
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Continue straight
9.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 30
29.7 mi · 34 min · US Highway 30
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
29 mi · 33 min
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto Bear River Drive
1956 ft · 56 sec · Bear River Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bear River Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilson and Evanston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 89
Continue on US Highway 89
30.9 mi · 00h 36m
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 Evanston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilson to Evanston?
The road trip is about 194.9 miles (313.6 km) and usually takes 03h 45m 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?
Afton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.3 miles from Wilson and 97.6 miles from Evanston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.3 miles (248.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.6 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 9:30 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.78 one way or $53.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wilson and Sunny near Evanston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilson and Evanston. Straight-line distance: 154.32 mi (248.35 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 Evanston
City in Uinta County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 11,570 |
| Coordinates | 41.2682800, -110.9632400 |
| Altitude | 2057 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bear River Drive (-110.96333, 41.268342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 314 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $26.78 | $53.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $29.11 | $58.22 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $31.30 | $62.59 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $37.23 | $74.47 |
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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