Fort Collins to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Collins from Rapid City?

The distance from Fort Collins to Rapid City is 259.4 miles (417.4 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located NNE of Fort Collins. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.2 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Fort Collins in Colorado and Rapid City in South Dakota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Collins 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.