How far is Wright, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Wright, WY to Cody, WY is about 289 miles (465.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 184.7 miles (297.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 05m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Wyoming, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wright and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wright and Cody.
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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
1 km · 2 min · Wright Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.2 km · 55 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 59 South
32.8 mi · 36 min · State Highway 59 South
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Continue on South Douglas Highway
4.3 mi · 8 min · South Douglas Highway
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Turn left
117.6 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
79 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
52.3 mi · 59 min · North 6th Street
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Continue on 17th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Sheridan Avenue
126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
30 m · 3 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 Wright 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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
118 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wright and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wright to Cody?
The road trip is about 289 miles (465.1 km) and usually takes 05h 02m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 144.2 miles from Wright and 144.8 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 184.7 miles (297.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 104.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.71 one way or $79.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wright and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wright and Cody. Straight-line distance: 184.67 mi (297.19 km).
#1 Wright
Town in Campbell County, Wyoming
| Population | 1,758 |
| Coordinates | 43.7512400, -105.4920100 |
| Altitude | 1561 |
| 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 (-109.056274, 44.526341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 465 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 36m |
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 | $39.71 | $79.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $43.16 | $86.31 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $46.40 | $92.80 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $55.20 | $110.40 |
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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