Colorado Springs to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance
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
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Quick Facts
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