Brighton, Colorado to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

455.2 miles 732.6 km · straight line
546.2 miles estimated 879.1 km · driving distance
10h 59min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Brighton, Colorado from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Brighton, Colorado to West Yellowstone is 455.2 miles (732.6 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located NW of Brighton, Colorado. By car, the driving distance is approximately 546.2 miles, taking about 10h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Brighton, Colorado in Colorado and West Yellowstone in Montana.

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 Brighton, Colorado 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 Brighton, Colorado to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 59min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 11min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~10h 26min $66–$191* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brighton, Colorado & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Brighton, Colorado
39.99°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1519m 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 152 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients