London, Ontario, Canada to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1101.3 miles 1772.3 km · straight line
1321.5 miles estimated 2126.8 km · driving distance
26h 35min estimated drive time
CAD 214 - CAD 264 estimated fuel cost
~2h 43min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is London, Ontario, Canada from Rapid City?

The distance from London, Ontario, Canada to Rapid City is 1101.3 miles (1772.3 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located WNW of London, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1321.5 miles, taking about 26h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 43min. London, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Rapid City is in South Dakota, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for London, Ontario, Canada 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.

How to Get from London, Ontario, Canada to Rapid City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 35min CAD 214 - CAD 264 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~31h 54min $106–$198* Budget
Train ~34h 34min $159–$463* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, Ontario, Canada & Rapid City

Quick Facts

London, Ontario, Canada
42.98°N, 81.23°W
America/Toronto
252m elevation
Rapid City
44.08°N, 103.23°W
America/Chicago
966m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 367 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 92 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients