Caldwell to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.1 miles 458.9 km · straight line
356.4 miles estimated 573.6 km · driving distance
7h 10min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Caldwell from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Caldwell to West Yellowstone is 285.1 miles (458.9 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located ENE of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356.4 miles, taking about 7h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell 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 Caldwell 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 Caldwell to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 10min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 36min $29–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Caldwell & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Caldwell
43.66°N, 116.69°W
America/Boise
724m 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 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients