Billings to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.3 miles 222.6 km · straight line
172.9 miles estimated 278.3 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Billings from Yellowstone?

The distance from Billings to Yellowstone is 138.3 miles (222.6 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located SW of Billings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.9 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Billings in Montana and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Billings and Yellowstone. 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 Billings to Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$61* Comfort

Quick Facts

Billings
45.78°N, 108.50°W
America/Denver
952m elevation
Yellowstone
44.43°N, 110.59°W
America/Denver
2357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients