Winnipeg to Yellowstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

734.6 miles 1182.2 km · straight line
881.5 miles estimated 1418.6 km · driving distance
17h 44min estimated drive time
CAD 143 - CAD 176 estimated fuel cost
~1h 59min flight time
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Winnipeg from Yellowstone?

The distance from Winnipeg to Yellowstone is 734.6 miles (1182.2 km) as the crow flies. Yellowstone is located WSW of Winnipeg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 881.5 miles, taking about 17h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 59min. Winnipeg is in Manitoba, Canada, while Yellowstone is in Wyoming, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Winnipeg 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 Winnipeg to Yellowstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 44min CAD 143 - CAD 176 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 17min $71–$132* Budget
Train ~23h 3min $106–$309* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Winnipeg & Yellowstone

Quick Facts

Winnipeg
49.90°N, 97.14°W
America/Winnipeg
238m 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 245 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 61 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients