Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.1 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yoder, WY
Zaur Takhgiriev
Lingle, WY
Thirdman
Yoder to Lingle is 23.1 miles and takes about 34 minutes via US Highway 85, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Wyoming and the Mountain West region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a quick connection between two points, ideal for those looking to cover ground efficiently without a significant time commitment. Consider this route if you're seeking a simple, direct path with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 85 | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| US Highway 26/85 | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 152 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Valley Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yoder, WY and Lingle, WY.
Start on East 3rd Avenue
Turn left onto Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto WY 154
Continue on WY 154
Turn left onto US 85
Continue on US 85; WY 92
Turn left onto US 26; US 85
Continue on US 26; US 85
Continue on US 26; US 85
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto WY 154 / 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 85 / US Highway 85
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 26; US 85 / West Valley Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.06 one way
$8.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $4.25 | $8.49 |
| premium | $4.99 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Yoder on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Lingle on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey on main roads like US Highway 85 and US Highway 26/85. You'll experience a longest stretch of 10.5 miles on US Highway 85, providing a consistent pace. The route is characterized by its predominantly highway profile, meaning you can expect relatively high average speeds. It’s a direct, no-nonsense connection designed for efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 85 and US Highway 26/85. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yoder, WY to Lingle, WY is easy. At 34m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WY 154 / 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 85 / US Highway 85): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
252 ft
Total Descent
325 ft
Highest Point
4,372 ft
~8.3 mi in
Elevation Range
285 ft
Notable High Points
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 23.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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