Albert Lea to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albert Lea from Rapid City?

The distance from Albert Lea to Rapid City is 491.9 miles (791.7 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located W of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 590.3 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Rapid City in South Dakota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albert Lea and Rapid City. 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.