Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Yellowstone?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone is 355.4 miles (571.9 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located W of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.4 miles, taking about 8h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Mount Rushmore 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.