Hays to Laramie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

371.1 miles 597.3 km · straight line
445.4 miles estimated 716.8 km · driving distance
8h 58min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Hays from Laramie?

The distance from Hays to Laramie is 371.1 miles (597.3 km) as the crow flies. Laramie is located WNW of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 445.4 miles, taking about 8h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas and Laramie in Wyoming.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hays and Laramie. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hays to Laramie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 58min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 46min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 31min $53–$156* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hays & Laramie

Quick Facts

Hays
38.88°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
616m elevation
Laramie
41.31°N, 105.59°W
America/Denver
2184m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients