Denver to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

461.9 miles 743.4 km · straight line
580.4 miles actual route 934.1 km · driving distance
12h 18min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Denver from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Denver to West Yellowstone is 461.9 miles (743.4 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located NW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 580.4 miles, taking about 12h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado 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 Denver 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 Denver to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 18min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 46min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~11h 41min $70–$203* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m 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 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM