Boise to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.9 miles 423.1 km · straight line
328.6 miles estimated 528.9 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Boise from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Boise to West Yellowstone is 262.9 miles (423.1 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located ENE of Boise. By car, the driving distance is approximately 328.6 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Boise in Idaho and West Yellowstone in Montana.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boise and West 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 Boise to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boise & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Boise
43.62°N, 116.20°W
America/Boise
824m elevation
West Yellowstone
44.66°N, 111.10°W
America/Denver
2028m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients