Laramie to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

207.9 miles 334.6 km · straight line
259.9 miles estimated 418.3 km · driving distance
5h 14min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Laramie from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Laramie to Mount Rushmore is 207.9 miles (334.6 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located NNE of Laramie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259.9 miles, taking about 5h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Laramie in Wyoming and Mount Rushmore 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 Laramie 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 Laramie to Mount Rushmore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 14min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 17min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 58min $31–$91* Comfort

Quick Facts

Laramie
41.31°N, 105.59°W
America/Denver
2184m elevation
Mount Rushmore
43.88°N, 103.46°W
America/Chicago
1745m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients