Mount Rushmore to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Mount Rushmore from Raleigh?
The distance from Mount Rushmore to Raleigh is 1423.9 miles (2291.6 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ESE of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1735.9 miles, taking about 31h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 22min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Raleigh in North Carolina.
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 Mount Rushmore and Raleigh. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 475 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 119 hours
- You could travel this distance about 17.5 times to circle the Earth's equator