North Platte to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is North Platte from West Yellowstone?
The distance from North Platte to West Yellowstone is 577.1 miles (928.7 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located WNW of North Platte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 692.5 miles, taking about 13h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — North Platte 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for North Platte 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 North Platte to West Yellowstone
Suggested Stops Between North Platte & West Yellowstone
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 192 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
- You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator