Moorhead to Mount Rushmore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Moorhead from Mount Rushmore?

The distance from Moorhead to Mount Rushmore is 384.8 miles (619.3 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rushmore is located WSW of Moorhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 461.8 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Moorhead in Minnesota 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. 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 Moorhead 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.