Los Angeles to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Los Angeles from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Los Angeles to Mount Rushmore is 1042 miles (1677 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located NE of Los Angeles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1303 miles, taking about 23h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Both are located in United States — Los Angeles in California 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Los Angeles and Mount Rushmore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.