Lehi to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lehi from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Lehi to Mount Rushmore is 492.6 miles (792.7 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located ENE of Lehi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 591 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Lehi in Utah and Mount Rushmore 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. 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 Lehi 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.