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Trip from Moose Wilson Road, WY to Sheridan, WY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 51m

Distance

383.6 mi

617 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$67

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
7h 42m ★
6 AM
7h 51m
8 AM
8h 9m
10 AM
7h 58m
12 PM
7h 56m
3 PM
7h 58m
5 PM
8h 9m
8 PM
7h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Moose Wilson Road, WY, WY

Moose Wilson Road, WY

Tom Fisk

city in and county seat of Sheridan County, Wyoming, United States

Sheridan, WY

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Trip Overview

Moose Wilson Road, WY to Sheridan, WY is 383.6 miles and takes about 7h 51m via Greybull Avenue, South 1st Street, and East Highway 287, with a fuel budget near $68 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wyoming, connecting the Mountain West region's natural beauty to its northern plains. You'll encounter mostly surface roads, making it a more relaxed drive than a pure interstate experience. Plan for just two stops along the way, which is manageable for a single-day journey. It's a straightforward connection across the state, good for getting from point A to B efficiently.

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

191.8 miles from Moose Wilson Road, WY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Greybull Avenue 78.8 mi 1h 43m
South 1st Street 77.9 mi 1h 27m
East Highway 287 53.2 mi 1h
North 10th Street 37.5 mi 42m
Park Street 32.4 mi 39m
Idaho Street 31.9 mi 38m
North Federal Boulevard 22.1 mi 25m
North Highway 89 17.8 mi 24m
Longest stretch: Greybull Avenue — 78.8 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moose Wilson Road, WY and Sheridan, WY.

1

Start on WY 390

13 mi · 22 min · Moose-Wilson Road
2

Turn right onto Teton Park Road

0.7 mi · 2 min · Teton Park Road
3

At end of road, turn left onto US 26; US 89; US 191

18 mi · 24 min · North Highway 89
4

Continue on US 26; US 287

53 mi · 1 hr · East Highway 287
5

Continue on US 26; US 287

2.2 mi · 2 min · West Ramshorn Street
6

Turn right onto US 26; US 287

78 mi · 1 hr 27 min · South 1st Street
Use the straight lane.
7

At end of road, turn left onto US 26; WY 789

22 mi · 25 min · North Federal Boulevard
8

Turn left onto US 20; WY 789

32 mi · 38 min · Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9

Turn left onto US 20; WY 789

0.8 mi · 2 min · South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
10

Continue on US 20; WY 789

32 mi · 39 min · Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
11

Turn left onto North Railway Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Railway Avenue
12

Continue on Russell Avenue

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Russell Avenue
13

Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789

37 mi · 42 min · North 10th Street
14

Turn right onto US 14

79 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Greybull Avenue
15

Take the ramp onto I 90; US 87

0.4 mi · 50 sec · I 90; US 87
16

Continue on I 90; US 14; US 87

11 mi · 10 min · I 90; US 14; US 87
17

Take the exit onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business

0.4 mi · 54 sec · I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business
18

Turn right onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business

3.2 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn right onto West Loucks Street

80 ft · 1 sec · West Loucks Street
20

Arrive at destination

West Loucks Street

Trip Plan

Given the 7h 51m duration, starting your drive from Moose Wilson Road before 9 AM should allow you to reach Sheridan with daylight to spare. With only two recommended stops, consider planning your breaks strategically. The longest stretch without a significant town or turn is 78.8 miles on Greybull Avenue, so ensure you have enough fuel before entering that segment. The fuel cost is estimated at $68, so budget accordingly. This drive is well within the scope of a single day, so you can take your time at your chosen stops without feeling rushed.

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 191.8 miles from Moose Wilson Road, WY, or about 3h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 84 miles or 1h 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 191.8 miles or 3h 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 6h 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, WY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Moose Wilson Road, 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 Moose Wilson Road, WY

This is one driving day of about 383.6 miles and 7h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Moose Wilson Road, 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 Greybull Avenue for about 78.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Thermopolis, WY, WY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thermopolis, WY

192 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

Dubois, WY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Shoshoni, WY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 191.8 miles from Moose Wilson Road, WY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Greybull Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.8 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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.8 and 380.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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12.8 mi into trip | ~22m in | Teton Park Road

Turn right onto Teton Park Road

Navigation decision point

5
13.5 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89

At end of road, turn left onto US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89

Navigation decision point

5
86.7 mi into trip | ~1h 52m 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.
6
186.7 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street

Turn left onto US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
380.4 mi into trip | ~7h 45m in | I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street

Turn right onto I 90 Business; US 14 Business; US 87 Business / North Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$66.53 one way

$133.05 round trip

$4.41/gal 25.4 MPG avg 134 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $69.58 $139.15
premium $4.95 $74.76 $149.51
diesel $5.60 $84.56 $169.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$67

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$92–$117

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 134.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 115.1 1 $40.28 $18.41
Efficient EV 95.9 1 $33.57 $15.34
EV Truck/SUV 153.4 1 $53.70 $24.55

Gas CO2

134 kg

EV CO2

45 kg (66% 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 Aug 31, 2026

Origin

Moose Wilson Road, WY

Late night in Moose Wilson Road on Wednesday

Local time

2:52 AM

MDT

Current temp

32°F

Mostly Clear then Areas Of Frost

SW 7 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Sheridan, WY

Late night in Sheridan on Wednesday

Local time

2:52 AM

MDT

Current temp

44°F

Mostly Clear

W 5 mph 0% chance 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

12 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 51m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Grand Teton National Park

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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour $35 near mile 26.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily surface roads, with only 22% of the drive on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 78.8 miles on Greybull Avenue, likely offering a more rural cruising feel. The majority of your time will be spent on local roads, which means navigating through towns and potentially dealing with more varied speed limits compared to consistent highway speeds. Be prepared for the transition from potentially higher-speed highway segments to these surface roads.

Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.8 mi on Greybull Avenue.

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 12.8 miles in near Teton Park Road.

Driving Effort 4/10

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 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 13 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles (Teton Park Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89): Navigation decision point; at 86.7 miles (US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mountain driving with significant elevation changes

9,126 ft 3,748 ft

Total Climb

7,788 ft

Total Descent

10,238 ft

Highest Point

9,126 ft

~47.3 mi in

Elevation Range

5,378 ft

Notable High Points

9,126 ft at ~47.3 miles +1,992 ft prominence
8,858 ft at ~283.9 miles +3,700 ft prominence

About the Cities

Arriving in Sheridan, WY

Full guide →

Sheridan is a town in Northeast Wyoming.

Top landmarks

  • Sheridan Inn — historic hotel in Wyoming
  • St. Peter's Episcopal Church — church in Sheridan, Wyoming

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 51m. Total distance: 383.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 78.8 miles on Greybull Avenue. 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.

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 Sheridan, 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. 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 12.8 miles (Teton Park Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89): Navigation decision point; at 86.7 miles (US 26; US 287 / South 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Grand Teton National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.9 hours each way, a round trip means 15.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sheridan, 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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