Origin
Arapahoe, WY
Morning in Arapahoe on Tuesday
Local time
6:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arapahoe, WY to Jackson, WY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
171.5 mi
276 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
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6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arapahoe, WY
Tom Fisk
Jackson, WY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 171.5-mile drive from Arapahoe, WY to Jackson, WY will take you about 3 hours and 27 minutes of pure driving time. It's a solid day trip option for travelers exploring the Mountain West region, with a projected fuel cost of around $27. The route primarily follows US 26 / US 287 and North Highway 89, offering a mixed driving experience. With only one recommended stop and a longest uninterrupted stretch of 76.3 miles, you'll find this to be a manageable journey for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.7 miles from Arapahoe, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | 76.3 mi | 1h 23m |
| US 26 / US 287 | 53.2 mi | 1h |
| North Highway 89 | 29.3 mi | 40m |
| Rendezvous Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East Ramshorn Street | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| WY 789 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| East Adams Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Cache Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— 76.3 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arapahoe, WY and Jackson, WY.
1
Start on Left Hand Ditch Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Left Hand Ditch Road
2
Turn left onto Rendezvous Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Rendezvous Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Rendezvous Road
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Rendezvous Road
4
Turn left onto WY 789
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
WY 789
5
Turn left onto East Adams Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Adams Avenue
6
Continue on Riverview Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverview Road
7
Turn right onto Major Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Major Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 26
76 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
West Main Street
9
Turn left onto US 26; US 287
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Ramshorn Street
10
Continue on US 26; US 287
53 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 26 / US 287
11
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
23 mi
·
32 min
·
North Highway 89
12
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191
97 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Highway 89
13
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North Highway 89
14
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Cache Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 26; US 89; US 191
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 27 minute duration, this route is well-suited for a single day trip. Aim to depart Arapahoe in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and allow for flexibility. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have the advantage of pacing your journey as you see fit. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 76.3 miles, to ensure a smooth arrival in Jackson.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.7 miles from Arapahoe, WY, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 38 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.7 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arapahoe, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arapahoe, WY
This is one driving day of about 171.5 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Arapahoe, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on West Main Street for about 76.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.7 miles from Arapahoe, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Main Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 164.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Rendezvous Road
Turn left onto Rendezvous Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Rendezvous Road
At end of road, turn right onto Rendezvous Road
Navigation decision point
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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WY 789
Turn left onto WY 789
Navigation decision point
3
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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East Adams Avenue
Turn left onto East Adams Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
164.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
|
US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.18 one way
$54.35 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $28.49 | $56.97 |
| premium | $4.53 | $30.59 | $61.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.87 | $75.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.4 | 0 | $18.01 | $8.23 |
| Efficient EV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.01 | $6.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.6 | 0 | $24.01 | $10.98 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jackson, WY
Morning in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
6:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
23°F
Dubois, WY
86 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Grand Teton National Park
National Park
Soaring over a landscape rich with wildlife, pristine lakes, and majestic alpine vistas, the Teton Range stands as a testament to generations of stewards. For over 11,000 years, communities have thriv...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
$35
near mile 153.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 49% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches that feel like open road cruising, interspersed with more varied driving. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 76.3 miles, so plan accordingly for fuel and breaks. This route is less about a monotonous interstate grind and more about a dynamic journey through varied terrain as you progress toward Jackson.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.3 mi on West Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Rendezvous Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Arapahoe, WY to Jackson, WY is easy. At 3h 27m with 49% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Rendezvous Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Rendezvous Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (WY 789): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 171.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.3 miles on West Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WY can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Rendezvous Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Rendezvous Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (WY 789): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Grand Teton National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Jackson, WY, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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