Clifton to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clifton from Yellowstone?

The distance from Clifton to Yellowstone is 384.8 miles (619.3 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located NNW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 461.8 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

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 Clifton and 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.