Del Rio to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Del Rio from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Del Rio to Mount Rushmore is 1012.8 miles (1630 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located N of Del Rio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1215.4 miles, taking about 24h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Del Rio in Texas 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Del Rio 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.