Spanning 307.9 miles across the Mountain West, the drive from Pinedale to Laramie is a significant trek that takes approximately 4 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you can comfortably make the trip without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate via Highway 191, Elk Street, and Dwight D, keeping your fuel budget around $49. While the route remains within the Mountain West, the transition between these two Wyoming towns offers a distinct change in elevation and local geography. It is a straightforward, functional transit route that serves as a reliable way to connect these two points.
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
153.2 miles from Pinedale, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
204.8 mi
3h 21m
US Highway 191
85.9 mi
1h 35m
United States Highway 191
10.6 mi
12m
West Curtis Street
1.4 mi
2m
Elk Street
1.1 mi
2m
North 4th Street
1 mi
2m
East Pine Street
0.7 mi
1m
East Ivinson Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 204.8 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinedale, WY and Laramie, WY.
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Start on US 191
0.7 mi·1 min·East Pine Street
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Continue on US 191
0.4 mi·42 sec·US Highway 191
3
Continue on US 191
11 mi·12 min·United States Highway 191
4
Continue on US 191
86 mi·1 hr 34 min·US Highway 191
5
Continue on US 191
1.1 mi·2 min·Elk Street
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
7
Merge onto I 80; US 30
205 mi·3 hr 21 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
9
Turn left onto I 80 Business
1.4 mi·2 min·West Curtis Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto North 4th Street
1.0 mi·2 min·North 4th Street
11
Turn left onto East Ivinson Avenue
363 ft·12 sec·East Ivinson Avenue
12
Turn right onto South 5th Street
199 ft·10 sec·South 5th Street
13
Turn right
45 ft·3 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 37-minute journey, plan to depart early in the morning to account for the winding nature of the local roads. Since you only have one designated stop planned, use that time wisely to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the remainder of the trip. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $49 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and the specific local stations you encounter. Given the turn-heavy profile of this route, ensure your vehicle is well-maintained and your cargo is secured before heading out. The flexibility of this one-day trip allows you to adjust your departure time to avoid the heaviest traffic periods on local streets.
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 153.2 miles from Pinedale, WY, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.8 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 67 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.2 miles or 2h 46m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laramie, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pinedale, 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 Pinedale, WY
This is one driving day of about 306.4 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Pinedale, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 204.8 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 98.4 and 306.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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98.4 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
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303.6 mi into trip|~5h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
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303.9 mi into trip|~5h 15m in|I 80 Business / West Curtis Street
Turn left onto I 80 Business / West Curtis Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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306.4 mi into trip|~5h 21m in|South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
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306.4 mi into trip|~5h 21m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.55 one way
$97.11 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg107 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$50.89
$101.79
premium
$4.53
$54.66
$109.31
diesel
$5.61
$67.65
$135.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.9
1
$32.17
$14.71
Efficient EV
76.6
0
$26.81
$12.26
EV Truck/SUV
122.6
1
$42.90
$19.61
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Pinedale, WY
Evening
in Pinedale on Saturday
Local time
7:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Laramie, WY
Evening
in Laramie on Saturday
Local time
7:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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 21m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local roads that require your full attention, diverging from the typical monotony of interstate travel. While the lack of major highway stretches means you won't be cruising at high speeds for long, the road's personality is defined by its constant shifts and turns. Being behind the wheel here feels more engaging and deliberate than a standard freeway commute. Prepare for a road environment that demands consistent focus and active steering throughout the entire 307.9-mile distance.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 204.8 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
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 98.4 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 21m 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 98.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 303.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 303.9 miles (I 80 Business / West Curtis Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 21m. Total distance: 306.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 204.8 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower 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.
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 98.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 303.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 303.9 miles (I 80 Business / West Curtis Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Laramie, WY before the return drive.
