Cedar Rapids to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Mount Rushmore is 610.8 miles (983 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located WNW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 733 miles, taking about 14h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Cedar Rapids and Mount Rushmore. 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.