Rapid City to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rapid City from West Yellowstone?

The distance from Rapid City to West Yellowstone is 390.8 miles (628.9 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located W of Rapid City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 468.9 miles, taking about 9h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Rapid City in South Dakota and West Yellowstone in Montana.

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 Rapid City 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.