How far is Wilson, WY from Riverton, WY?
The driving distance from Wilson, WY to Riverton, WY is about 170.5 miles (274.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilson and Riverton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson and Riverton.
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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 · 24 min · North Highway 89
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Continue on East Highway 287
53.2 mi · 1 hr · East Highway 287
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Continue on West Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · West Ramshorn Street
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
77.9 mi · 1 hr 28 min · South 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Federal Boulevard
31 m · 1 sec · North Federal Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Federal Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilson and Riverton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South 1st Street
Turn right onto South 1st Street
77.9 mi · 01h 28m
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 Riverton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilson to Riverton?
The road trip is about 170.5 miles (274.4 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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?
Dubois is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.9 miles from Wilson and 86.6 miles from Riverton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.8 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 10:10 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.44 one way or $46.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wilson and Sunny near Riverton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilson and Riverton. Straight-line distance: 129.77 mi (208.84 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 Riverton
City in Freemont County, Wyoming
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.0249600, -108.3801000 |
| Altitude | 1509 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Federal Boulevard (-108.380624, 43.024965)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $23.44 | $46.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $25.47 | $50.94 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $27.38 | $54.77 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
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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