Hastings, Nebraska to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

704.1 miles 1133.2 km · straight line
844.9 miles estimated 1359.8 km · driving distance
17h 0min estimated drive time
$81 - $100 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Hastings, Nebraska from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Hastings, Nebraska to West Yellowstone is 704.1 miles (1133.2 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located WNW of Hastings, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 844.9 miles, taking about 17h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Nebraska in Nebraska 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. 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 Hastings, Nebraska 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.

How to Get from Hastings, Nebraska to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 0min $81 - $100 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 24min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~22h 6min $101–$296* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hastings, Nebraska & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Hastings, Nebraska
40.59°N, 98.39°W
America/Chicago
587m 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 235 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients