Lawrence, Kansas to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Mount Rushmore?
The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Mount Rushmore is 544.1 miles (875.6 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located NW of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 652.9 miles, taking about 13h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Mount Rushmore
Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Mount Rushmore
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 181 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 45.8 times to circle the Earth's equator