Origin
Casper, WY
Evening in Casper on Saturday
Local time
8:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Casper, WY to Worland, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
166.9 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casper, WY
Taryn Elliott
Worland, WY
SHOX ART
Trip Overview
Casper to Worland is 166.9 miles and takes about 3 hours 20 minutes via West Yellowstone Highway and Park Street, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wyoming, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. Expect a local driving feel with frequent turns, rather than a straightforward interstate journey. With just one recommended stop and a fuel cost under $30, this is a manageable, single-day trip.
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
83.5 miles from Casper, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Yellowstone Highway | 93.8 mi | 1h 46m |
| Park Street | 32.8 mi | 40m |
| Idaho Street | 31.9 mi | 38m |
| US 20 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Bryan Stock Trail | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South 6th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Sunlight Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Sunlight Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Yellowstone Highway
— 93.8 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casper, WY and Worland, WY.
1
Start on North Sunlight Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sunlight Drive
2
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
3
Turn right onto East Sunlight Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sunlight Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Bryan Stock Trail
5
Turn right onto US 20; US 26; US 87
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East F Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 20; US 26; US 87
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 20; US 26; US 87
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
8
Keep slight left at fork
350 ft
·
10 sec
9
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 20; US 26
10
Turn right onto US 20; US 26
94 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
West Yellowstone Highway
11
Turn right onto US 20; WY 789
32 mi
·
38 min
·
Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 20; WY 789
33 mi
·
40 min
·
Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
US 16
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour 20 minute duration, leaving Casper in the morning allows ample time to reach Worland well before evening. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 93.8-mile stretch on West Yellowstone Highway, as services might be less frequent. This is a straightforward drive where planning ahead for fuel is the most crucial consideration.
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 83.5 miles from Casper, WY, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.8 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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.5 miles or 1h 39m 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 Worland, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Casper, 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 Casper, WY
This is one driving day of about 166.9 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Casper, 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 Yellowstone Highway for about 93.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.5 miles from Casper, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Yellowstone Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.8 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 0.3 and 101.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Bryan Stock Trail
At end of road, turn right onto Bryan Stock Trail
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Shoshoni, Port of Entry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 20 West, US 26 West, WY 220 West: Sho...
4
4.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
101.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Turn right onto US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.45 one way
$52.90 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $27.72 | $55.44 |
| premium | $4.53 | $29.77 | $59.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.85 | $73.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.52 | $8.01 |
| Efficient EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.60 | $6.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.37 | $10.68 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Worland, WY
Evening in Worland on Saturday
Local time
8:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
32 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 20m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 33% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of road types, but the overall feel leans towards local roads rather than a continuous highway cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 93.8 miles on West Yellowstone Highway, offering a significant period of consistent driving before transitions occur. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with frequent changes in direction and road conditions.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.8 mi on West Yellowstone Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Bryan Stock Trail): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 166.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.8 miles on West Yellowstone Highway. 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 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Bryan Stock Trail): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Worland, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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