Washington DC to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Washington DC from Yellowstone?

The distance from Washington DC to Yellowstone is 1760.2 miles (2832.7 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located WNW of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2093.8 miles, taking about 38h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 2min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia 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 Washington DC 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.