Why Large Groups Should Be Excited About Old Faithful & Friends’ 2026 Public Yellowstone Shuttle

If your next big trip to Yellowstone involves a crew — family, friends, a youth group, or even your company retreat — you’re going to love what’s coming from Old Faithful & Friends in 2026.

What’s New in 2026

Old Faithful & Friends is launching a new public Yellowstone shuttle service starting June 1, 2026, running through October 15.

• The shuttle will run Sundays, Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays during that period.

• Route: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) → Gardiner → Mammoth Hot Springs (Yellowstone National Park).

• Vehicles: 15-passenger Ford Transit shuttles, roomy and climate controlled.

• Flexible booking: you can reserve a seat up to 2 hours before shuttle departure.

• If flights are delayed, Old Faithful & Friends will help: they’ll reschedule or ­arrange a private transfer (for an extra fee) so you don’t get stranded.

  
  

Why It’s Especially Great for Large Groups

Here’s the deal: when you’re traveling in a group, logistics can get … tricky. Splitting costs, organizing transport, making sure everyone arrives around the same time — it’s a lot. But the 2026 public shuttle solves many of those pain points.

1. No Awkward “I Owe You” Moments

   Everyone buys their own ticket. That means no one person has to front the cost and chase people for reimbursement later. It keeps things clean, fair, and stress-free.

2. Everyone Travels Together

   Because it's a shared shuttle, you and your group can ride in the same vehicle (or coordinated vehicles), arriving together. That sets a great tone for the trip — no one feels left behind, and the journey itself becomes part of the adventure.

3. Eco-Friendly & Stress-Free

   With more people in one shuttle, you’re reducing the number of cars on the road, which helps lower congestion and emissions. Plus not having to navigate unfamiliar mountain roads or strain over parking logistics means more time to relax and see the park.

4. Reliable & Flexible

   The shuttle schedule is designed with predictable days and times. And if plans change — like a delayed flight — Old Faithful & Friends has your back with options to reschedule.

   

How This Shuttle Fits Into Your Group’s Yellowstone Plan

• Arrive via Bozeman Airport: Fly in, hop on the shuttle, and head straight into the park — no car rental required.

• Spotting Wildlife & Geysers: Since you’re riding together, you can all be talking about your first bison sighting or planning to visit Old Faithful as soon as you arrive.

• Flexible Return or Onward Travel: You can book seats back to Bozeman, or coordinate with the Old Faithful & Friends team to arrange private transport if your group wants to split off.

• Add Tours or Ground Transport: If you want to pair your shuttle with a guided tour (or private shuttle later), Old Faithful & Friends offers those too

Bottom Line

The 2026 public shuttle from Old Faithful & Friends is a game-changer for group travel to Yellowstone. It combines convenience, affordability, and eco-consciousness — and avoids the usual headaches around group logistics. Everyone buys their own ticket, you travel together, and Old Faithful & Friends handles the rest.

If you’re planning a trip with a larger party, this is absolutely worth considering. Let me know if you want me to draft this as a blog post for your website (with headings, images, and calls to action) — I’d be happy to help!