Denver to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

432.7 miles 696.3 km · straight line
533.9 miles actual route 859.3 km · driving distance
10h 55min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Yellowstone?

The distance from Denver to Yellowstone is 432.7 miles (696.3 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located NW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 533.9 miles, taking about 10h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Denver 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 Denver and 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 Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 55min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 6min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~10h 22min $64–$187* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Yellowstone
44.43°N, 110.59°W
America/Denver
2357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 144 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM