Car hire at West Yellowstone Airport

West Yellowstone Airport car hire is located in a single terminal building with all facilities in one place. You’ll find the car hire desks in the public Arrivals area just after Baggage Reclaim. Staff there will be able to advise on vehicle choice and driving information for Yellowstone Park and the surrounding region. The car collection point is in the car park immediately adjacent to the terminal building. There is no need for shuttle buses or other transport. It’s a short walk.

The roads in Yellowstone and the surrounding area are good quality. An SUV might make a better choice for this trip than a standard car. The roads can be very windy, particularly around the mountainous areas and the upper speed limit is 45 mph. Animals such as bison, bears, and birds of prey can often be seen on the roads so drivers need to be alert for this. Your hire car company at the airport can advise you on what to expect on your journey in the park and the region.

This is a very small regional airport but it does provide the airport amenities you would expect. These include staff assistance, ATMs, restaurants, waiting areas, and toilets. There is also an information desk for tips and advice around travelling within the national park, including route suggestions.

Car hire at West Yellowstone Airport will require a valid driving licence for your country of residence as well as a credit or debit card. You’ll be required to show your passport for secondary identification. You will need to be at least 21 to hire a car here and anyone under 25 will have to pay a daily surcharge. Drivers over the age of 70 may also be subject to a daily surcharge and this is determined by each company individually.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from West Yellowstone airport to off-airport locations include Avis, and Budget.