Cheyenne to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cheyenne from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Cheyenne to West Yellowstone is 400.3 miles (644.2 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located NW of Cheyenne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 480.3 miles, taking about 9h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Cheyenne in Wyoming 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 Cheyenne 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.