Laramie to Evansville is 182.2 miles and takes about 3h 24m via I 25 and State Highway 34, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wyoming, connecting the Mountain West region to itself. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused journey with minimal complexity. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this is a perfect one-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and a relaxed pace.
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
91.1 miles from Laramie, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 25
111.9 mi
1h 50m
State Highway 34
51.8 mi
1h 4m
US Highway 30
14.4 mi
20m
North 3rd Street
2.1 mi
3m
South 4th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Curtis Street
0.3 mi
1m
1st Street
0.1 mi
<1m
East Curtis Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 111.9 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laramie, WY and Evansville, WY.
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Start on this road
45 ft·5 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
149 ft·8 sec·South 5th Street
3
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30
363 ft·14 sec·East Grand Avenue
4
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·South 4th Street
5
Turn left onto CR 322
411 ft·15 sec·East Curtis Street
6
Turn right onto US 30; US 287
2.1 mi·3 min·North 3rd Street
7
Continue on US 30; US 287
14 mi·20 min·US Highway 30
8
Turn right onto WY 34
52 mi·1 hr 4 min·State Highway 34
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp onto I 25
112 mi·1 hr 50 min·I 25
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville
11
Turn right onto WY 258
0.3 mi·1 min·Curtis Street
12
Turn right onto 1st Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·1st Street
13
Arrive at destination
3 ft·0 sec·1st Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over three hours, this is an easy one-day trip, so you can leave whenever it suits your schedule. Given the longest stretch is over 111 miles, plan your fuel stops accordingly, though with a total trip cost around $29, you'll find plenty of affordable options. The route is primarily on I 25, so keep an eye on traffic, especially as you approach the destination area. Since you have so much flexibility, consider stopping for a break about halfway through, perhaps around Douglas, to stretch your legs.
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 91.1 miles from Laramie, WY, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.9 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 40 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.1 miles or 1h 52m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laramie, 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 Laramie, WY
This is one driving day of about 182.2 miles and 3h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Laramie, 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 I 25 for about 111.9 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 and 181.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue
Turn right onto I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South 4th Street
Turn right onto South 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.8 mi into trip|~27m in|WY 34 / State Highway 34
Turn right onto WY 34 / State Highway 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
181.5 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Wyoming Boulevard, Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.87 one way
$57.74 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$30.26
$60.53
premium
$4.53
$32.50
$65.00
diesel
$5.61
$40.23
$80.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.7
0
$19.13
$8.75
Efficient EV
45.6
0
$15.94
$7.29
EV Truck/SUV
72.9
0
$25.51
$11.66
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Laramie, WY
Late night
in Laramie on Sunday
Local time
4:18 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evansville, WY
Late night
in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
4:18 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Wheatland, WY
91 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
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 24m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 25, State Highway 34, and US Highway 30. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 111.9 miles primarily on I 25. The character of the drive is consistent, emphasizing efficient travel rather than winding, scenic byways. Prepare for a steady pace on well-maintained highways for the vast majority of your trip.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.9 mi on I 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and State Highway 34. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Laramie, WY to Evansville, WY is easy. At 3h 24m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 24m. Total distance: 182.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 111.9 miles on I 25. 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (I 80 Business; US 30 / East Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Evansville, WY, but most travelers stay overnight.
