Mount Rushmore to Provo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Provo?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Provo is 490 miles (788.5 km) as the crow flies. Provo is located WSW of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 587.9 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Provo 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 Provo. 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.