West Yellowstone to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is West Yellowstone from Yellowstone?

The distance from West Yellowstone to Yellowstone is 30.1 miles (48.4 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located ESE of West Yellowstone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 39.1 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — West Yellowstone in Montana and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for West Yellowstone 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.