Mitchell to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mitchell from Yellowstone?

The distance from Mitchell to Yellowstone is 624.8 miles (1005.5 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located W of Mitchell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 749.7 miles, taking about 15h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Mitchell in South Dakota 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. 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 Mitchell and 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.