Evanston to Guernsey is 393.5 miles and takes about 7 hours 9 minutes via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wyoming, moving from the Mountain West region to another part of the Mountain West. Expect a drive that's mostly on surface roads, offering a straightforward path across the state. With just two recommended stops, this is a manageable one-day excursion, perfect for a direct transit or a day focused on reaching your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
196.8 miles from Evanston, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
266.4 mi
4h 21m
State Highway 34
51.8 mi
1h 4m
South 5th Street
21.1 mi
31m
I 25
19 mi
18m
State Highway 13
17.8 mi
31m
Highway 26
14.5 mi
16m
North 4th Street
0.7 mi
1m
Front Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 266.4 mi, about 4h 21m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~576 veh/hr typical
· worst 814
Quietest
2 AM
~88 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evanston, WY and Guernsey, WY.
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Start on Bear River Drive
351 ft·17 sec·Bear River Drive
2
Turn left onto I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS
0.7 mi·1 min·Front Street
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 189 North
4
Merge onto I 80; US 189
266 mi·4 hr 21 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward WY 13: Arlington
6
Turn right onto WY 13
18 mi·31 min·State Highway 13
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 30; US 287
0.7 mi·1 min·North 4th Street
8
Continue on US 30; US 287
21 mi·31 min·South 5th Street
9
Turn left onto WY 34
52 mi·1 hr 4 min·State Highway 34
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp onto I 25
19 mi·18 min·I 25
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Guernsey, Torrington
12
Continue on US 26
15 mi·16 min·Highway 26
13
Continue on US 26
0.5 mi·1 min·West Whalen Street
14
Turn right onto South Wyoming Avenue
54 ft·1 sec·South Wyoming Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
South Wyoming Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour duration, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Guernsey with plenty of daylight. Plan for your two stops to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway mark or when you need to refuel. The fuel cost estimate of $66 is helpful for budgeting. Since you'll be transitioning from highway to surface roads, keep an eye on your surroundings as the driving environment changes. Don't forget to check your fuel levels before heading out of Evanston, as the longest stretch without significant services might be on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 196.8 miles from Evanston, WY, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 266.4 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 87 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196.8 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guernsey, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Evanston, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Evanston, WY
This is one driving day of about 393.5 miles and 7h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Evanston, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 266.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 378.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street
Turn left onto I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.7 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East, US 189 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, US 189 North
5
285.5 mi into trip|~4h 55m in|US 30; US 287 / North 4th Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 30; US 287 / North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
6
307.4 mi into trip|~5h 28m in|WY 34 / State Highway 34
Turn left onto WY 34 / State Highway 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
378.1 mi into trip|~6h 50m in
Take the exit toward Guernsey, Torrington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Guernsey, Torrington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$70.88 one way
$141.75 round trip
$4.58/gal25.4 MPG avg138 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.78
$74.02
$148.04
premium
$5.11
$79.10
$158.21
diesel
$6.18
$95.73
$191.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$71
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
118.1
1
$41.32
$18.89
Efficient EV
98.4
1
$34.43
$15.74
EV Truck/SUV
157.4
1
$55.09
$25.18
Gas CO2
138 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Evanston, WY
Late night
in Evanston on Monday
Local time
3:46 AM
MDT
Current temp
33°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Guernsey, WY
Late night
in Guernsey on Monday
Local time
3:46 AM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Partly Cloudy
ESE 5 to 10 mph1% chanceLive 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
6 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
7h 9m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive involves 26% on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with the longest stretch on this highway measuring 266.4 miles. After this major highway segment, you'll transition to surface roads, including State Highway 34 and South 5th Street. The initial highway portion offers efficient travel, but be prepared for a shift to more local cruising as you approach your destination.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 266.4 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 0.1 miles in near I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 9m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.5 miles (US 30; US 287 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Evanston is a city in Southwest Wyoming. The town was founded during the construction of the first transcontinental railroad and maintains a strong railroad history. The population was 11,700 people in 2020.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 9m. Total distance: 393.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 9m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 266.4 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Guernsey, WY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 0.1 miles (I 80 BUS; US 189 BUS / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.5 miles (US 30; US 287 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Guernsey, WY before the return drive.
