Colorado Springs to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

516.4 miles 831.1 km · straight line
648.8 miles actual route 1044.1 km · driving distance
13h 32min estimated drive time
$62 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
323° NW bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Colorado Springs to West Yellowstone is 516.4 miles (831.1 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located NW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 648.8 miles, taking about 13h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and West Yellowstone in Montana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Colorado Springs and West Yellowstone. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colorado Springs to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 32min $62 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 14min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~17h 36min $78–$227* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m 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 172 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM