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Getting to Yellowstone Without a Car: Shuttle and Transportation Options

5 days ago
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Planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park but don't want to rent a car? You're not alone! Many visitors fly into Montana and Wyoming each year and need a reliable way to get from the airport to Yellowstone's gateway communities and popular attractions.

Getting around Yellowstone without a car can take some planning, but there are transportation options available. Old Faithful and Friends is helping make Yellowstone more accessible by offering public shuttle routes, private transportation, airport transfers, and guided sightseeing tours.

In this guide, we'll explain how to get from Bozeman to Yellowstone, explore your shuttle options, and travel to popular destinations like Gardiner, Mammoth Hot Springs, West Yellowstone, and Old Faithful.

Can You Visit Yellowstone National Park Without a Car?

Yes! You can visit Yellowstone without renting a car, but transportation requires some advance planning.

Yellowstone is a large national park, and its major attractions are spread throughout the park. Having a transportation plan before arriving can make your vacation much easier.

Some visitors choose guided tours, while others arrange private transportation or use shuttle services to reach their hotels and destinations.

Old Faithful and Friends offers transportation options designed to help visitors travel between Bozeman, Montana, Yellowstone's gateway communities, and destinations inside the national park.

Yellowstone Shuttle Options from Bozeman, Montana

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) is a popular starting point for visitors traveling to Yellowstone National Park. However, getting from the airport to Yellowstone can be challenging without a rental car.

Old Faithful and Friends offers public shuttle routes connecting Bozeman with two important Yellowstone destinations.

1. Bozeman to Gardiner and Mammoth Hot Springs Shuttle

Our first public shuttle route connects Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport with Gardiner, Montana, and Mammoth Hot Springs inside Yellowstone National Park.

Gardiner is located at Yellowstone's North Entrance and is a popular destination for visitors staying outside the park.

The route provides transportation between:

  • Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)

  • Gardiner Visitor Center

  • Mammoth Hot Springs Visitor Center

This shuttle is a convenient option for travelers flying into Bozeman who are staying in Gardiner or visiting the northern section of Yellowstone.

yellowstone shuttle to mammoth from bozeman shuttle schedule

2. Bozeman to West Yellowstone and Old Faithful Shuttle

Our second public shuttle route connects Bozeman with West Yellowstone and Old Faithful Visitor Center.

West Yellowstone is one of Yellowstone's most popular gateway communities and provides access to the park's famous geyser basins.

This route provides transportation between:

  • Bozeman, Montana

  • West Yellowstone, Montana

  • Old Faithful Visitor Center

For visitors who want to see Old Faithful without renting a car, this shuttle offers another transportation option.

Together, these two routes help connect Bozeman with some of Yellowstone's most popular destinations.

bozeman to old faithful and west yellowstone public shuttle schedule

Private Yellowstone Transportation

Not every traveler needs a public shuttle. Some visitors prefer private transportation that takes them directly to their hotel, airport, or destination.

Old Faithful and Friends offers private point-to-point transportation throughout the Yellowstone area.

Our private transportation services include pickups and drop-offs in:

  • Bozeman, Montana

  • Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)

  • Big Sky, Montana

  • Gardiner, Montana

  • West Yellowstone, Montana

  • Mammoth Hot Springs

  • Old Faithful

  • Canyon Village

  • Other destinations throughout Yellowstone National Park

Private transportation is especially helpful for families, couples, and larger groups who want transportation arranged around their travel plans.

We also provide airport transfers for visitors arriving in Bozeman who need transportation directly to their Yellowstone lodging.

yellowstone private transportation and private yellowstone tours

Explore Yellowstone With a Private Guided Tour

If you want to experience Yellowstone's famous attractions without worrying about driving, a private sightseeing tour is another great option.

Old Faithful and Friends offers private Yellowstone tours featuring many of the park's most popular destinations.

Depending on your itinerary, highlights may include:

  • Old Faithful Geyser

  • Grand Prismatic Spring

  • Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

  • Lower Falls

  • Hayden Valley

  • Mammoth Hot Springs

  • Norris Geyser Basin

  • Yellowstone Lake

We also offer multi-day Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park tour packages for visitors who want to explore both national parks during one vacation.

Our private tours allow you to enjoy the scenery, look for wildlife, and experience Yellowstone with transportation taken care of.

Why Choose Old Faithful and Friends?

Old Faithful and Friends is a Bozeman-based transportation company specializing in Yellowstone National Park transportation.

We understand that getting to Yellowstone without a rental car can be difficult. That's why we're working to provide more transportation connections between Bozeman, Yellowstone's gateway communities, and destinations throughout the park.

Our services include:

  • Public Yellowstone shuttle routes

  • Bozeman Airport transportation

  • Private Yellowstone shuttles

  • Point-to-point transportation inside Yellowstone National Park

  • Private Yellowstone sightseeing tours

  • Yellowstone and Grand Teton multi-day tour packages

We work with local communities and transportation partners to help improve access to Yellowstone for visitors from around the world.

Whether you're traveling alone, with family, or with a group, we're here to help make your Yellowstone vacation easier.

Watch Our Guide: Getting to Yellowstone Without a Car

Want to learn more about your transportation options? Watch our video guide to getting to Yellowstone without a car.

In the video, we explain the different shuttle and transportation options offered by Old Faithful and Friends, including our Bozeman to Gardiner and Mammoth Hot Springs route and our Bozeman to West Yellowstone and Old Faithful route.

Watch here:

Book Your Yellowstone Shuttle or Tour

You don't have to rent a car to start your Yellowstone adventure.

Whether you need a shuttle from Bozeman Airport to Gardiner, transportation from Bozeman to Old Faithful, a private transfer to your Yellowstone hotel, or a guided sightseeing tour, Old Faithful and Friends can help you plan your transportation.

Visit our website to explore our shuttle routes, private transportation services, and Yellowstone tour packages.

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