Fresno, California to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

716.9 miles 1153.8 km · straight line
1066.6 miles actual route 1716.5 km · driving distance
19h 40min estimated drive time
$103 - $126 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Fresno, California from Yellowstone?

The distance from Fresno, California to Yellowstone is 716.9 miles (1153.8 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located NE of Fresno, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1066.6 miles, taking about 19h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Fresno, California in California and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fresno, California 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 Fresno, California to Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 40min $103 - $126 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 36min $85–$160* Budget
Train ~25h 34min $128–$373* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fresno, California & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Fresno, California
36.74°N, 119.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
94m 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 239 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM