The Dalles to West Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is The Dalles from West Yellowstone?

The distance from The Dalles to West Yellowstone is 495 miles (796.6 km) as the crow flies. West Yellowstone is located E of The Dalles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — The Dalles in Oregon 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for The Dalles 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.