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Trip from Rawlins, WY to Laramie, WY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

99.6 mi

160 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 37m ★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m

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

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city in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States

Rawlins, WY

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

Laramie, WY

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Trip Overview

Connecting Rawlins to Laramie, this 99.6-mile trek across Wyoming’s Mountain West takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of driving time. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to cover the distance, making this a budget-friendly transit between the two cities. Navigating via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, West Cedar Street, and West Curtis Street, you will find a straightforward path that links these regional hubs. Whether you are commuting for work or heading out for a quick change of scenery, this route offers a reliable and efficient connection.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49.8 miles from Rawlins, WY

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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 93.9 mi 1h 33m
West Cedar Street 2.3 mi 3m
West Curtis Street 1.4 mi 2m
North 4th Street 1 mi 2m
US 287 0.4 mi <1m
3rd Street 0.2 mi <1m
East Ivinson Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
South 5th Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 93.9 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rawlins, WY and Laramie, WY.

1

Start on West Spruce Street

50 ft · 8 sec · West Spruce Street
2

Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287

0.2 mi · 25 sec · 3rd Street
3

Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287

2.3 mi · 3 min · West Cedar Street
4

Take the exit onto US 287

0.4 mi · 51 sec · US 287
5

Merge onto I 80; US 30; US 287

94 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 80 Business East: West Curtis Street
7

Turn left onto I 80 Business

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Curtis Street
Use the straight lane.
8

Turn right onto North 4th Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · North 4th Street
9

Turn left onto East Ivinson Avenue

363 ft · 12 sec · East Ivinson Avenue
10

Turn right onto South 5th Street

199 ft · 10 sec · South 5th Street
11

Turn right

45 ft · 3 sec
12

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this 100-mile journey is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to suit your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required along the way, you can easily complete the trip in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always a good practice given the $16 estimated cost. If you are planning to travel during winter months, be mindful of the high-elevation conditions common in this part of Wyoming, which can impact your travel time significantly. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prepare for the transition off the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway early, as the local roads in Laramie require more focused navigation than the open highway. Keep your itinerary fluid to account for any sudden weather changes typical of the Mountain West.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.8 miles from Rawlins, WY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.9 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 22 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 49.8 miles or 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 1h 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 Rawlins, WY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rawlins, WY

This is one driving day of about 99.6 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Rawlins, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 93.9 miles.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 99.6

Laramie, Wyoming

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station 116013

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Rawlins, Wyoming

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Rawlins, Wyoming

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13073280158

Visit website

Geological Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 99.6

Laramie, Wyoming

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13077662646

Visit website

All Points West Escape Room and Fun Center

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 99.6

Laramie, Wyoming

Hours: Closed

+13074603966

Visit website

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 99.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287 / 3rd Street

Turn left onto I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287 / 3rd Street

Navigation decision point

4
96.8 mi into trip | ~1h 38m 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
5
97.1 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | I 80 Business / West Curtis Street

Turn left onto I 80 Business / West Curtis Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
99.6 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | South 5th Street

Turn right onto South 5th Street

Navigation decision point

5
99.6 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.78 one way

$31.57 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $16.54 $33.09
premium $4.53 $17.77 $35.53
diesel $5.61 $21.99 $43.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.9 0 $10.46 $4.78
Efficient EV 24.9 0 $8.71 $3.98
EV Truck/SUV 39.8 0 $13.94 $6.37

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% 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

Rawlins, WY

Evening in Rawlins on Saturday

Local time

8:49 PM

MDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Laramie, WY

Evening in Laramie on Saturday

Local time

8:49 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

1h 45m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive defined by a mix of high-speed cruising and local maneuvering. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which accounts for a 93.9-mile stretch of the journey. While this provides a consistent pace, the route is ultimately categorized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. As you transition from the highway onto West Cedar and West Curtis streets, the character of the road shifts, requiring more attention to your surroundings. You won't find yourself stuck on a single type of pavement for long, as the transition between the highway and local roads keeps the experience engaging.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.9 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287 / 3rd Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Rawlins, WY to Laramie, WY is easy. At 1h 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 96.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 97.1 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 1h 45m. Total distance: 99.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 93.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

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 (I 80 Bus; US 30 Bus; US 287 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 96.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 97.1 miles (I 80 Business / West Curtis Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Laramie, WY before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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