Worland to Jackson is 251 miles and takes about 5h via East Main Street, US 20, US 26 / US 287, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you through the Mountain West region, staying within Wyoming for the entire journey. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances highway cruising with more varied road conditions. It's a solid one-day drive if you want to reach your destination without an overnight stop, making it a convenient option for getting between these two points 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
125.5 miles from Worland, WY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
East Main Street
77.9 mi
1h 27m
US 20
56.9 mi
1h 7m
US 26 / US 287
53.2 mi
1h
North Highway 89
29.3 mi
40m
West 2nd Street
18.2 mi
20m
Big Horn Avenue
6.8 mi
8m
US 26
4 mi
4m
East Ramshorn Street
2.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— 77.9 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worland, WY and Jackson, WY.
1
Start on US 16
6.8 mi·8 min·Big Horn Avenue
2
Continue on US 20; WY 789
26 mi·31 min·US 20; WY 789
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 20; WY 789
0.8 mi·2 min·North 6th Street
Use the slight left / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 20; WY 789
0.9 mi·2 min·Shoshoni Street
Use the left / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 20; WY 789
31 mi·36 min·US 20; WY 789
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto US 26; WY 789
18 mi·20 min·West 2nd Street
7
Continue on US 26; WY 789
4.0 mi·4 min·US 26; WY 789
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto US 26
78 mi·1 hr 27 min·East Main Street
9
Turn left onto US 26; US 287
2.2 mi·2 min·East Ramshorn Street
10
Continue on US 26; US 287
53 mi·1 hr·US 26 / US 287
11
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
23 mi·32 min·North Highway 89
12
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191
97 ft·5 sec·North Highway 89
13
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
6.0 mi·8 min·North Highway 89
14
Continue on US 26; US 89; US 191
0.8 mi·2 min·North Cache Street
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Arrive at destination
US 26; US 89; US 191
Trip Plan
Given this is a 5-hour drive, leaving in the morning from Worland makes the most sense to ensure you have ample daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with your timing, but it's wise to plan for a fuel and stretch break roughly halfway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer stretches where services might be less frequent. The $40 fuel budget is a good estimate, but always check current prices. It's a manageable drive, so you can depart when you're ready.
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 125.5 miles from Worland, WY, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.9 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 55 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.5 miles or 2h 29m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, WY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Worland, 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 Worland, WY
This is one driving day of about 251 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Worland, 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 East Main Street for about 77.9 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 33.6 and 244.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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33.6 mi into trip|~42m in|US 20; WY 789 / Shoshoni Street
Turn right onto US 20; WY 789 / Shoshoni Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
4
65.5 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|US 26; WY 789 / West 2nd Street
Turn right onto US 26; WY 789 / West 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
3
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|US 26 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 26 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
165.4 mi into trip|~3h 14m in|US 26; US 287 / East Ramshorn Street
Turn left onto US 26; US 287 / East Ramshorn Street
Navigation decision point
4
244.1 mi into trip|~4h 49m in|US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Enter roundabout onto US 26; US 89; US 191 / North Highway 89
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.77 one way
$79.55 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$41.69
$83.38
premium
$4.53
$44.77
$89.55
diesel
$5.61
$55.42
$110.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.3
0
$26.35
$12.05
Efficient EV
62.8
0
$21.96
$10.04
EV Truck/SUV
100.4
1
$35.14
$16.06
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Worland, WY
Night
in Worland on Saturday
Local time
10:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackson, WY
Night
in Jackson on Saturday
Local time
10:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
14 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
5h 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~19 min detour
$35
near mile 233.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive, with 57% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 77.9 miles on East Main Street, which means there are some extended periods where you can settle into a rhythm. The road transitions, moving from what starts as a more local feel to broader highway segments. Be prepared for varied driving conditions as you progress from Worland toward Jackson.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.9 mi on East Main Street.
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 33.6 miles in near US 20; WY 789 / Shoshoni Street.
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 drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.6 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Shoshoni Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 65.5 miles (US 26; WY 789 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (US 26 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h. Total distance: 251 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.9 miles on East Main Street. 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 33.6 miles (US 20; WY 789 / Shoshoni Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 65.5 miles (US 26; WY 789 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (US 26 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Grand Teton National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jackson, WY before the return drive.
