Kansas City to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Kansas City from Rapid City?
The distance from Kansas City to Rapid City is 563.7 miles (907.2 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located NW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 704.7 miles, taking about 11h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Rapid City 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City and Rapid City. 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.
How to Get from Kansas City to Rapid City
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 188 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.2 times to circle the Earth's equator