Casper to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.3 miles 433.4 km · straight line
336.7 miles estimated 541.8 km · driving distance
6h 46min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Casper from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Casper to West Yellowstone is 269.3 miles (433.4 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located WNW of Casper. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.7 miles, taking about 6h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Casper in Wyoming 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. 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 Casper 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 Casper to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 46min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 7min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 26min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Casper & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Casper
42.87°N, 106.31°W
America/Denver
1560m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients