Portland, Oregon to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

567.2 miles 912.8 km · straight line
814.7 miles actual route 1311.2 km · driving distance
14h 19min estimated drive time
$78 - $97 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Portland, Oregon from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Portland, Oregon to West Yellowstone is 567.2 miles (912.8 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located E of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 814.7 miles, taking about 14h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Portland, Oregon in Oregon 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Portland, Oregon and West 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 Portland, Oregon to West Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 19min $78 - $97 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 11min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~18h 37min $98–$285* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portland, Oregon & West Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
West Yellowstone
44.66°N, 111.10°W
America/Denver
2028m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 189 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM