Jackson Hole to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson Hole from Rapid City?

The distance from Jackson Hole to Rapid City is 377.9 miles (608.1 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located E of Jackson Hole. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.4 miles, taking about 9h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Jackson Hole in Wyoming and Rapid City 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 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 Jackson Hole 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.