Mount Rushmore to Rexburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Rexburg?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Rexburg is 414.9 miles (667.7 km) as the crow flies. Rexburg is located W of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 497.8 miles, taking about 10h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Rexburg in Idaho.

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 Rexburg. 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.