GETTING HERE & AROUND
Although Big Sky, Montana, feels remote, it’s still easy to get to!
Flying to Big Sky Montana
The BOZEMAN YELLOWSTONE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (BZN), is less than 45 minutes from Big Sky, and depending on the time of year, there are a number of nationwide direct flights.
The WEST YELLOWSTONE AIRPORT has seasonal flights to Salt Lake City and Denver.
Airport Shuttles
Approximately half the folks who travel to Big Sky in the winter rely on transportation services to get to and around town. Here is a list of shuttle services to get you to and from the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.
Local Transportation
Here are some other ways to get around town: The SKYLINE BUS runs 7 days a week in the summer and winter seasons. The Canyon-Mountain loop includes a variety of stops throughout Big Sky, from the Gallatin Canyon hotels and restaurants to the Mountain Village and Moonlight Basin and all that’s in between. There is no cost to ride the Skyline Bus. View the ROUTES & SCHEDULES. Hop on Skyline’s LINK EXPRESS for easy and reliable transportation from Bozeman to Big Sky and back again. Pick-ups are at various locations around the Bozeman and Big Sky areas.
KARST STAGE offers a daily shuttle from Big Sky to West Yellowstone. Check out their site to book your rides.
Some other private transportation options include Big Sky Bound Shuttle & Transportation, Classic Limo, Lone Mountain Limo, Lone Peak Adventure Concierge, Lone Peak Transport, and Shuttle to Big Sky.
Rental Cars
With airport shuttles, transportation to Yellowstone, and a year-round bus system, there are plenty of ways to get around the Big Sky area and beyond, but for the most flexibility during your trip, rental cars are recommended. Rental cars are available from the BOZEMAN YELLOWSTONE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT or through other drop-off services around the Bozeman area. Rental car companies include:
EXPLORE RENTALS (406) 922-0179
JOURNEY RENT-A-CAR (406) 551-2277
ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (406) 530-5337
KNOW YOUR WAY AROUND BIG SKY
Big Sky, Montana
Big Sky is located on Hwy 191; 45 miles south of Bozeman and 45 miles north of West Yellowstone. From Bozeman, you’ll drive through the beautiful Gallatin Canyon. From West Yellowstone, you’ll drive through Yellowstone National Park, a perfect opportunity to spot wildlife such as moose, elk and bears.
A GATEWAY TO RECREATION
Big Sky Canyon
The fresh waters of the Gallatin River carve through sheer rock faces as it leaves Yellowstone National Park and makes it way North to Bozeman opening a canyon passage for cars on highway 191. Along its banks you'll find many of our guided outfitters. Highlights include:
- Horseback Riding
- Whitewater Rafting
- UTV Rentals
- Guest Ranches
THE HEART OF OUR THRIVING COMMUNITY
Town Center & Meadow Village
Find yourself enjoying a cool summer evening set up on the lawn of Len Hill Park listening to Music in the Mountains or shopping in the Meadow Village Center sharing drinks and a bite with some friends. Highlights Include:
- The Wilson Hotel
- Big Sky Resort Golf Course
- Town Center
- Meadow Village Center
- Music in the Mountains
- The Farmers Market
IT ALL LEADS TO THE MOUNTAIN
Lone Mountain
One road in, one road out, and it all leads to the Mountain. Lone Mountain stretches to a staggering 11,166 ft. In the winter alpine skiers can traverse its more than 5,850 skiable acres down 4,350 vertical feet. The mountain includes
- Big Sky Resort
- Montage
- Moonlight Basin
- The One & Only
- Beehive Basin Trailhead
Recreation
Shopping
Eat & Drink
Lodging