Phoenix to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

762.8 miles 1227.6 km · straight line
1029.3 miles actual route 1656.5 km · driving distance
19h 21min estimated drive time
$99 - $122 estimated fuel cost
~2h 2min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Yellowstone?

The distance from Phoenix to Yellowstone is 762.8 miles (1227.6 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located N of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1029.3 miles, taking about 19h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Phoenix and Yellowstone. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Phoenix to Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 21min $99 - $122 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 13min $82–$154* Budget
Train ~25h 9min $124–$360* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Yellowstone
44.43°N, 110.59°W
America/Denver
2357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 254 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM