Great Falls to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Great Falls from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Great Falls to West Yellowstone is 196.3 miles (315.9 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located S of Great Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 245.4 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Great Falls and West Yellowstone. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.