Mount Rushmore to Ogden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Ogden?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Ogden is 470.4 miles (757 km) as the crow flies. Ogden is located WSW of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 564.5 miles, taking about 11h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Ogden in Utah.

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 Mount Rushmore and Ogden. 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.