Hays to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hays from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Hays to West Yellowstone is 725.5 miles (1167.6 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located NW of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 870.6 miles, taking about 17h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas 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 Hays 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.