Sleepy Hollow to Cheyenne is 239.1 miles and takes about 4h 13m via I 25 and State Highway 59 South, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wyoming, taking you from the Mountain West region to the same area. It's a mostly highway trip, making it a straightforward option for a single-day drive. You'll cover a significant distance on Interstate 25, so plan for a quick and efficient transit between 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
119.5 miles from Sleepy Hollow, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 25
121.9 mi
1h 55m
State Highway 59 South
106.6 mi
1h 56m
Central Avenue
2.4 mi
3m
East Richards Street
2.4 mi
3m
North 4th Street
1.9 mi
3m
Union Chapel Road
1.2 mi
3m
I 25 BUS
1 mi
2m
Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 121.9 mi, about 1h 55m
Traffic on I-25
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~382 veh/hr typical
· worst 550
Quietest
1 AM
~28 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sleepy Hollow, WY and Cheyenne, WY.
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Start on this road
0.2 mi·58 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Katrina Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·Katrina Avenue
3
Turn right onto Tarry Street
0.1 mi·38 sec·Tarry Street
4
Turn left onto Irving Boulevard
0.2 mi·44 sec·Irving Boulevard
5
At end of road, turn right onto Sleepy Hollow Boulevard
0.2 mi·46 sec·Sleepy Hollow Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Mather Avenue
0.2 mi·57 sec·Mather Avenue
7
At end of road, turn right onto Union Chapel Road
1.2 mi·3 min·Union Chapel Road
8
Turn left onto WY 59
107 mi·1 hr 56 min·State Highway 59 South
9
Turn left onto Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
0.4 mi·44 sec·Wyoming Highway 59 Connector
10
Turn straight onto North 4th Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North 4th Street
11
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
2.4 mi·3 min·East Richards Street
12
Take the ramp onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
380 ft·9 sec·I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
0.7 mi·1 min·I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
14
Merge onto I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
8.2 mi·8 min·I 25; US 20; US 26; US 87
15
Continue on I 25; US 26; US 87
34 mi·31 min·I 25; US 26; US 87
16
Continue on I 25; US 87
76 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 25; US 87
Toward Cheyenne
17
Continue on I 25; US 85; US 87
4.0 mi·4 min·I 25; US 85; US 87
18
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.3 mi·35 sec·I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Exit 12Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
19
Turn left onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
0.8 mi·1 min·Central Avenue
20
Continue on I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
1.6 mi·1 min·Central Avenue
21
Turn right onto West 24th Street
401 ft·10 sec·West 24th Street
22
Arrive at destination
West 24th Street
Trip Plan
Since this drive can be completed in under 4.5 hours, it's ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to leave later in the morning. The longest stretch without a significant break is over 120 miles on I 25, so consider a brief stop before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel, as most of this route is on the interstate where services can sometimes be spaced out. You'll want to be aware of the transition from highway to urban streets as you enter Cheyenne.
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 119.5 miles from Sleepy Hollow, WY, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.9 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 53 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.5 miles or 2h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cheyenne, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sleepy Hollow, 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 Sleepy Hollow, WY
This is one driving day of about 239.1 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Sleepy Hollow, 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 121.9 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 236.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip|~2m in|Irving Boulevard
Turn left onto Irving Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip|~3m in|Sleepy Hollow Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Sleepy Hollow Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
113.8 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Take the ramp onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
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113.8 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25, US 20, US 26, US 87
6
236.4 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS
Take the exit onto I 25 BUS; US 85; US 87 BUS toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Avenue, Warren Gate 5
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward I 25 Business, US 85 South: Central Aven...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.27 one way
$74.54 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$39.28
$78.56
premium
$4.47
$42.12
$84.23
diesel
$4.80
$45.15
$90.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.7
0
$25.11
$11.48
Efficient EV
59.8
0
$20.92
$9.56
EV Truck/SUV
95.6
1
$33.47
$15.30
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Sleepy Hollow, WY
Late night
in Sleepy Hollow on Sunday
Local time
2:44 AM
MDT
Current temp
98°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 9 to 15 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 2:37AM MDT until July 18 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:23AM MDT until July 19 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Destination
Cheyenne, WY
Late night
in Cheyenne on Sunday
Local time
2:44 AM
MDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
S 0 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 2:37AM MDT until July 18 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:23AM MDT until July 19 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
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
8 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
4h 13m 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?
This trip is 96% highway, so expect a consistent cruising experience for most of the 239.1 miles. You'll encounter a long stretch of 121.9 miles on I 25, providing ample opportunity for steady driving. The transition to surface streets like Central Avenue in Cheyenne will occur towards the end of your drive. Given the high highway percentage, you'll notice a steady flow of traffic and fewer frequent exits until you approach your destination.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.9 mi on I 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and State Highway 59 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Irving Boulevard.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 13m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Irving Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Sleepy Hollow Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 113.8 miles (I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Cheyenne is the state capital and largest city (approximate 2020 population 64,000) of Wyoming. Cheyenne is a place that celebrates its history and "true Western" culture. It is not uncommon to see cowboy hats, boots, and the belt as daily attire. It is host to the annual Frontier Days, one of the largest rodeos in North America.
Top landmarks
•Wyoming State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Wyoming
•Cheyenne Depot Museum — former railroad station and current museum in Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States
•Boeing/United Airlines Terminal Building, Hangar and Fountain
The longest stretch is about 121.9 miles on I 25. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 0.7 miles (Irving Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Sleepy Hollow Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 113.8 miles (I 25 BUS; US 20 BUS; US 26 BUS; US 87 BUS): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Cheyenne, WY, but most travelers stay overnight.
