Raleigh to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Raleigh from Yellowstone?

The distance from Raleigh to Yellowstone is 1777.7 miles (2860.9 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located WNW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2132.8 miles, taking about 40h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 5min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina 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. 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 Raleigh 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.