Mount Rushmore to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Mount Rushmore from San Antonio?
The distance from Mount Rushmore to San Antonio is 1035.5 miles (1666.4 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located SSE of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1220.5 miles, taking about 23h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and San Antonio in Texas.
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 San Antonio. 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.
How to Get from Mount Rushmore to San Antonio
Suggested Stops Between Mount Rushmore & San Antonio
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 345 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
- You could travel this distance about 24 times to circle the Earth's equator