Lusk, WY Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Lusk, WY works well as a modest departure point in the Mountain West. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 301 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Lusk, WY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
432.1 mi
Evanston, WY
Quickest Drive
2h 38m
Cheyenne, WY
Plan Around Lusk, WY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Lusk, WY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Lusk, WY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Lusk, WY
Driving from Lusk, WY
The typical drive from Lusk, WY covers about 301 miles and takes around 5h 13m. 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 432 miles (7h 2m), while the shortest is just 159 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Lusk, WY most often head toward Evanston, WY (431.6 mi, 7h 2m), Green River, WY (346.4 mi, 6h 13m), Cody, WY (318 mi, 5h 57m), Sheridan, WY (250.5 mi, 4h 16m), and Cheyenne, WY (158.5 mi, 2h 38m). 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 301-mile trip from Lusk, 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 Lusk, WY and 1 routes heading into Lusk, WY, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 159 to 432 miles.
The longest mapped route from Lusk, WY covers 432 miles and takes approximately 7h 2m. Shorter options start at just 159 miles.
The average route from Lusk, WY runs about 301 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 13m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.89/gallon for regular), the average 301-mile trip from Lusk, 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 Lusk, WY include Evanston, WY, Green River, WY, Cody, WY and Sheridan, WY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Lusk, WY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,482
Median Income
$44,755
Median Home Value
$164,200
Median Age
48.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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