Butte to Jackson Hole: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.9 miles 313.6 km · straight line
243.6 miles estimated 392 km · driving distance
4h 54min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Butte from Jackson Hole?

The distance from Butte to Jackson Hole is 194.9 miles (313.6 km) as the crow flies. Jackson Hole is located SSE of Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.6 miles, taking about 4h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Butte in Montana and Jackson Hole 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Butte and Jackson Hole. 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 Butte to Jackson Hole

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 54min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 53min $19–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 39min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Butte & Jackson Hole

Quick Facts

Butte
46.00°N, 112.53°W
America/Denver
1688m elevation
Jackson Hole
43.48°N, 110.76°W
America/Denver
1901m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients