Rock Springs, WY Road Trips
Sitting in the Mountain West, Rock Springs, WY is a local road trip base with 9 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 413 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Rock Springs, WY head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
412.8 mi
Sundance, WY
Quickest Drive
3h 29m
Laramie, WY
Plan Around Rock Springs, WY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Rock Springs, WY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Rock Springs, WY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Rock Springs, WY
Driving from Rock Springs, WY
On average, trips departing from Rock Springs, WY run 413 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 27m. 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 413 miles (7h 27m), while the shortest is just 413 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Rock Springs, WY are Sundance, WY (412.8 mi, 7h 27m). 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 413-mile trip from Rock Springs, WY, budget about $63 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 1 mapped routes leaving Rock Springs, WY and 8 routes heading into Rock Springs, WY, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 413 to 413 miles.
The longest mapped route from Rock Springs, WY covers 413 miles and takes approximately 7h 27m. Shorter options start at just 413 miles.
The average route from Rock Springs, WY runs about 413 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 27m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.89/gallon for regular), the average 413-mile trip from Rock Springs, WY costs roughly $63 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Rock Springs, WY include Sundance, WY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Rock Springs, WY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
23,229
Median Income
$73,307
Median Home Value
$245,600
Median Age
35.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Rock Springs, WY at a Glance
Founded
1888
Elevation
6,388 ft
Area
19 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Rock Springs, WY
A sampling of people born in Rock Springs, WY.
Paul Gosar
1958
American politician (born 1958)
Mickey Daniels
1914–1970
American actor (1914–1970)
Edward D. Crippa
1899–1960
American politician (1899-1960)
Teno Roncalio
1916–2003
American politician (1916–2003)
Boyd Dowler
1937
American football player
Florabel Muir
1889–1970
American journalist (1889-1970)
Adam Archuleta
1977
American football player (born 1977)
City data from Wikidata (Q378071), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Rock Springs, WY
Rock Springs is the biggest city in Sweetwater County in Southwest Wyoming. It had a population of 23,000 in 2019. Rock Springs' nickname is: "Home of 56 Nationalities". The town has a rich western and coal mining history.
Rock Springs sits 6,388 ft above sea level. Its location makes the weather difficult to predict and very hard to understand. Many days will be very windy and blow everything away. This strong gusts mixed with snow can make a very difficult day to drive around or across town. Explore Rock Springs & Green River Visitor Center, 1641 Elk St, ☏ +1 307-382-2538. M-F 9AM-4PM. (updated Apr 2025)
Western Wyoming Community College Exhibits, 2500 College Drive (Exit 103 on Interstate 80), ☏ +1 307 382-1600, [email protected]. 8AM to 10PM. Dinosaur and fossil display, Weidner Wildlife Museum, Natural History Museum Donations. 1 Point of Rocks Stage Station State Historic Site, ☏ +1 307 332-3684. Grounds open daily, sunrise to sunset. Museum and historic buildings open May-Sep, daily, 9AM-5PM; Museum only Oct-Apr F-Su 9AM-5PM. Meeting point of the historic Overland Trail and the Union Pacific Railroad (updated Mar 2023) Rock Springs Historical Museum, 201 B St, ☏ +1 307 362-3138. M-Sa 10AM-5PM. Housed in an historic building that held the city hall, police, and jail, the museum features permanent and rotating exhibits about the industries and people of Rock Springs. Free. (updated Mar 2023)
You can go to a mini golf place in downtown.
Jack's Crepes, 1977 Dewar, Ste D, ☏ +1 307-350-1003. Savory and sweet crepes, house made pastas and paninis. (updated May 2021) Broadway Burger Station, 628 Broadway St, ☏ +1 307-362-5858, [email protected]. (updated May 2021)
Square State Brewing, 422 S Main St, ☏ +1 307 362-6159. (updated May 2021)
1 Best Western Outlaw Inn, 1630 Elk St, ☏ +1 307 362-6623. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. Hampton Inn, 1901 Dewar Dr, ☏ +1 307 382-9222. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: noon. Indoor pool, breakfast, and WiFi. Pet friendly. Non-smoking. (updated May 2021)
Rock Springs - Sweetwater County Airport (RKS) (7 miles east of Rock Springs, taking Exit 111 over Interstate 80), ☏ +1 307 352-6880, fax: +1 307 352-6882, [email protected]. Non-stop service from Gillette on Delta, and from Denver and on United Express. The primary way to enter the city of Rock Springs is through Interstate 80. It is about 3 hours east of Salt Lake City, UT. Other ways to enter Rock Springs are: WY 191, WY 430 and WY 373. Greyhound, 1695 Sunset Dr Suite 118, ☏ +1 307 362-2931. M-F 10:30AM - noon and 3PM - 6PM.
Travel tips adapted from Rock Springs on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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