Riverton, WY to Basin, WY is 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 19m via Park Street, Idaho Street, and North 10th Street, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wyoming and the Mountain West region, offering a straightforward connection between two communities. Expect a local driving experience rather than a highway cruise. Given its relatively short length and duration, this route is well-suited for a single day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.8 miles from Riverton, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Park Street
32.4 mi
39m
Idaho Street
31.9 mi
38m
North 10th Street
29.8 mi
32m
North Federal Boulevard
22.1 mi
25m
South 6th Street
0.8 mi
2m
North Railway Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
Russell Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
South 4th Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Park Street
— 32.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, WY and Basin, WY.
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Start on US 26; WY 789
22 mi·25 min·North Federal Boulevard
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Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
32 mi·38 min·Idaho Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi·2 min·South 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 20; WY 789
32 mi·39 min·Park Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·North Railway Avenue
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Continue on Russell Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·Russell Avenue
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Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789
30 mi·32 min·North 10th Street
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Arrive at destination
US 16; US 20; WY 789
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 19m estimated drive time, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Consider leaving in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and potential spontaneous stops along the way. With a fuel cost estimated around $19, it's wise to ensure your vehicle is fueled before departing Riverton, as there are no designated stops on this particular route. Pay close attention to local road signage, especially through town sections, to ensure you're following the most direct path to Basin.
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 58.8 miles from Riverton, WY, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 26 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.8 miles or 1h 10m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Basin, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Riverton, 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 Riverton, WY
This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Riverton, WY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Park Street for about 32.4 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 22.1 and 87.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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22.1 mi into trip|~25m 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.
4
54 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Turn left onto US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
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87.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|North Railway Avenue
Turn left onto North Railway Avenue
Navigation decision point
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87.8 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|US 16; US 20; WY 789 / North 10th Street
Turn left onto US 16; US 20; WY 789 / North 10th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.62 one way
$37.24 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$19.52
$39.03
premium
$4.53
$20.96
$41.92
diesel
$5.61
$25.94
$51.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.3
0
$12.34
$5.64
Efficient EV
29.4
0
$10.28
$4.70
EV Truck/SUV
47
0
$16.45
$7.52
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Riverton, WY
Evening
in Riverton on Saturday
Local time
8:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Basin, WY
Evening
in Basin on Saturday
Local time
8:46 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
31 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
2h 19m 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 trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll navigate a series of local roads rather than a continuous highway. With 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets for the entire 117.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.4 miles on Park Street. Be prepared for frequent turns and adjustments as you make your way from Riverton to Basin.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.4 mi on Park Street.
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 around 22.1 miles in near US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Riverton, WY to Basin, WY is easy. At 2h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles (US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles (North Railway Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 117.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 32.4 miles on Park Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 22.1 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Idaho Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles (US 20; WY 789 / South 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles (North Railway Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Basin, WY before heading back.
