Rawlins, WY Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 7 heading in, Rawlins, WY works well as a modest departure point in the Mountain West. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 100-mile quick runs to 246-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Rawlins, WY spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
13
Longest Drive
284.3 mi
Jackson, WY
Quickest Drive
1h 45m
Laramie, WY
Plan Around Rawlins, WY
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Rawlins, WY
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Trips from Rawlins, WY
Driving from Rawlins, WY
The typical drive from Rawlins, WY covers about 176 miles and takes around 3h 20m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 246 miles (4h 41m), while the shortest is just 100 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Rawlins, WY most often head toward Gillette, WY (246.3 mi, 4h 41m), Worland, WY (210.7 mi, 4h 34m), Evanston, WY (208.7 mi, 3h 26m), Douglas, WY (169.1 mi, 3h 11m), and Evansville, WY (122.7 mi, 2h 23m). 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 176-mile trip from Rawlins, WY, budget about $27 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. 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 6 mapped routes leaving Rawlins, WY and 7 routes heading into Rawlins, WY, covering 13 total connections. Distances range from 100 to 246 miles.
The longest mapped route from Rawlins, WY covers 246 miles and takes approximately 4h 41m. Shorter options start at just 100 miles.
The average route from Rawlins, WY runs about 176 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 20m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.89/gallon for regular), the average 176-mile trip from Rawlins, WY costs roughly $27 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Rawlins, WY include Gillette, WY, Worland, WY, Evanston, WY and Douglas, WY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Rawlins, WY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
8,217
Median Income
$69,912
Median Home Value
$205,900
Median Age
38.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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