Springfield, Missouri to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1029.3 miles 1656.5 km · straight line
1235.2 miles estimated 1987.8 km · driving distance
24h 51min estimated drive time
$119 - $146 estimated fuel cost
~2h 34min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Springfield, Missouri from Yellowstone?

The distance from Springfield, Missouri to Yellowstone is 1029.3 miles (1656.5 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located NW of Springfield, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1235.2 miles, taking about 24h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Missouri in Missouri 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 Springfield, Missouri and 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 Springfield, Missouri to Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 51min $119 - $146 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 49min $99–$185* Budget
Train ~32h 18min $148–$432* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Springfield, Missouri & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Springfield, Missouri
37.22°N, 93.30°W
America/Chicago
396m 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 343 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients