Williston to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Williston from Yellowstone?

The distance from Williston to Yellowstone is 420.2 miles (676.2 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located SW of Williston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 504.2 miles, taking about 10h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Williston in North Dakota and Yellowstone in Wyoming.

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 Williston 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.