Gillette, WY Road Trips
Gillette, WY serves as a quiet starting point in the Mountain West, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 297 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Gillette, WY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
19
Longest Drive
480.1 mi
Afton, WY
Quickest Drive
1h
Upton, WY
Plan Around Gillette, WY
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Trips from Gillette, WY
Driving from Gillette, WY
Expect an average of 297 miles and about 5h 40m behind the wheel when leaving Gillette, WY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 480 miles (9h 31m), while the shortest is just 104 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Gillette, WY most often head toward Afton, WY (480.1 mi, 9h 31m), Marbleton, WY (409.8 mi, 8h), Cody, WY (251.2 mi, 4h 46m), Ranchettes, WY (238.6 mi, 4h 14m), and Sheridan, WY (104.4 mi, 1h 46m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in WY currently averages around $3.89 per gallon. For the typical 297-mile trip from Gillette, WY, budget about $46 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Gillette, WY and 14 routes heading into Gillette, WY, covering 19 total connections. Distances range from 104 to 480 miles.
The longest mapped route from Gillette, WY covers 480 miles and takes approximately 9h 31m. Shorter options start at just 104 miles.
The average route from Gillette, WY runs about 297 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 40m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.89/gallon for regular), the average 297-mile trip from Gillette, WY costs roughly $46 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Gillette, WY include Afton, WY, Marbleton, WY, Cody, WY and Ranchettes, WY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Gillette, WY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
33,278
Median Income
$90,699
Median Home Value
$257,200
Median Age
33.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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