Duncan, Oklahoma to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Duncan, Oklahoma from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Duncan, Oklahoma to Mount Rushmore is 711.3 miles (1144.7 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located NNW of Duncan, Oklahoma. By car, the driving distance is approximately 853.5 miles, taking about 17h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Both are located in United States — Duncan, Oklahoma in Oklahoma 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. 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 Duncan, Oklahoma 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.