Colorado Springs to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Colorado Springs from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Mount Rushmore is 355.7 miles (572.4 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located N of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 452.9 miles, taking about 8h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Mount Rushmore 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colorado Springs and Mount Rushmore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.