Origin
Jackson, WY
Evening in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
7:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, WY to Bar Nunn, WY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 35m
Distance
285.9 mi
460 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 22m
★
6 AM
5h 35m
8 AM
6h 2m
10 AM
5h 45m
12 PM
5h 42m
3 PM
5h 46m
5 PM
6h 1m
8 PM
5h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, WY
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Bar Nunn, WY
Valeria Boltneva
Trip Overview
Spanning 285.9 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Jackson to Bar Nunn typically takes about 5 hours and 35 minutes of drive time. Because it is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the journey in a single day, though you should budget approximately $45 for fuel. You will navigate a mix of roads, including US 20, South 1st Street, and East Highway 287. Expect a varied experience as you transition through the Wyoming landscape. While this route is straightforward, it is worth checking your vehicle's fuel range before departing to ensure you stay within your budget. Ultimately, this drive serves as a practical connection between two distinct parts of the state.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143 miles from Jackson, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 20 | 79.9 mi | 1h 30m |
| South 1st Street | 77.9 mi | 1h 27m |
| East Highway 287 | 53.2 mi | 1h |
| North Federal Boulevard | 39 mi | 44m |
| North Highway 89 | 29.3 mi | 40m |
| West Ramshorn Street | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| I 25 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Salt Creek Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 20
— 79.9 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, WY and Bar Nunn, WY.
1
Start on US 26; US 89; US 191
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Cache Street
2
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North Highway 89
3
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Highway 89
4
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
23 mi
·
32 min
·
North Highway 89
5
Continue on US 26; US 287
53 mi
·
1 hr
·
East Highway 287
6
Continue on US 26; US 287
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Ramshorn Street
7
Turn right onto US 26; US 287
78 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
South 1st Street
Use the straight lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 26; WY 789
39 mi
·
44 min
·
North Federal Boulevard
9
Continue on US 20; US 26
77 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
US 20; US 26
10
Turn left onto US 20; US 26
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 20; US 26
11
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
12
Merge onto I 25; US 87
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 25; US 87
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward Wardwell Road
14
Turn left onto WY 254
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Howard Street
15
Turn right onto Salt Creek Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Salt Creek Highway
16
Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sunset Boulevard
17
Arrive at destination
Sunset Boulevard
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 35-minute journey, try to depart early in the morning to keep your arrival in Bar Nunn stress-free. Since the trip is planned for a single day, you have the flexibility to choose when you want to take your one recommended stop. Be mindful of the 79.9-mile stretch on US 20; ensure you have enough fuel before committing to that longer leg, as services may be spaced out. Keep an eye on the clock as you navigate local sections like South 1st Street, where traffic flow may differ from the open highway. Planning your single break around the midpoint will help keep you fresh behind the wheel for the duration of the trip.
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 143 miles from Jackson, WY, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.9 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 63 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143 miles or 2h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bar Nunn, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jackson, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Jackson, WY
This is one driving day of about 285.9 miles and 5h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Jackson, 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 US 20 for about 79.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 143 miles from Jackson, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.9 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 284 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.8 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
5
85.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street
Turn right onto US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
163.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
|
US 26; WY 789 / North Federal Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 26; WY 789 / North Federal Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
282.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 29m in
Turn left toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 North, US 87 North: Midwest
4
284 mi into trip
|
~5h 31m in
Take the exit toward Wardwell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Wardwell Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.31 one way
$90.61 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $47.49 | $94.98 |
| premium | $4.53 | $51.00 | $102.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.12 | $126.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.8 | 1 | $30.02 | $13.72 |
| Efficient EV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.02 | $11.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.4 | 1 | $40.03 | $18.30 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Bar Nunn, WY
Evening in Bar Nunn on Saturday
Local time
7:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°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
10 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
5h 35m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
$35
near mile 19.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you traverse this 285.9-mile stretch, with roughly 57% of the route consisting of highway travel. The road transitions between different road types, keeping the pace varied rather than monotonous. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 79.9 miles on US 20, which allows for some steady cruising. Because the route combines major highways with local streets, you should remain alert to shifting speed limits and changing road conditions. It is a functional drive that requires your full attention as you move between the diverse terrains of the region.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.9 mi on US 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles (US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 85.5 miles (US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 163.4 miles (US 26; WY 789 / North Federal Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mountain driving with significant elevation changes
8,633 ft
6,366 ft
Total Climb
1,893 ft
Total Descent
2,268 ft
Highest Point
8,633 ft
~47.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,268 ft
Notable High Points
8,633 ft at ~47.7 miles
+1,630 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 35m. Total distance: 285.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.9 miles on US 20. 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 6.8 miles (US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 85.5 miles (US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 163.4 miles (US 26; WY 789 / North Federal Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Grand Teton National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bar Nunn, WY before the return drive.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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