Kearney to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kearney from Rapid City?

The distance from Kearney to Rapid City is 315.2 miles (507.3 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located NW of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.3 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Kearney in Nebraska 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. 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 Kearney 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.