Lakeville to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lakeville from Mount Rushmore?
The distance from Lakeville to Mount Rushmore is 508 miles (817.5 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located W of Lakeville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.6 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Lakeville in Minnesota 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Lakeville 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.
How to Get from Lakeville to Mount Rushmore
Suggested Stops Between Lakeville & Mount Rushmore
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 169 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
- You could travel this distance about 49 times to circle the Earth's equator