How far is Wright, WY from Casper, WY?
The driving distance from Wright, WY to Casper, WY is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Natrona County, Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wright and Casper.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wright and Casper.
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Start on the route
27 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Hay Creek Road
63 m · 10 sec · Hay Creek Road
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Turn left onto Wright Boulevard
867 ft · 29 sec · Wright Boulevard
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Turn left onto Bison Avenue
2187 ft · 1 min · Bison Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
50 mi · 57 min
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Turn left
18.1 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit left toward I 25 South: Casper
2173 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, US 26 East, US 87 South: North Beverly Street, Bryan Stock Trail
1755 ft · 41 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bryan Stock Trail
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bryan Stock Trail
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Turn left onto East Sunlight Drive
1.5 km · 4 min · East Sunlight Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Sunlight Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wright and Casper.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
50 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Wright and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wright to Casper?
The road trip is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Edgerton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Wright and 45.2 miles from Casper.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.69 one way or $25.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Wright and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Casper.
Stop Ideas Near Edgerton
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 Edgerton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wright and Casper. Straight-line distance: 73.76 mi (118.7 km).
#1 Wright
Town in Campbell County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,758 |
| Coordinates | 43.7512400, -105.4920100 |
| Altitude | 1561 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Casper
The most populous city in Natrona County, Wyoming.
| Population | 58,498 |
| Coordinates | 42.8666300, -106.3130800 |
| Altitude | 1560 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Sunlight Drive (-106.309604, 42.868632)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $13.79 | $27.59 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $14.83 | $29.66 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $17.64 | $35.29 |
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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