Mount Rushmore to Twin Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

560.9 miles 902.7 km · straight line
673.1 miles estimated 1083.2 km · driving distance
13h 32min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Mount Rushmore from Twin Falls?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Twin Falls is 560.9 miles (902.7 km) as the crow flies. Twin Falls is located W of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 673.1 miles, taking about 13h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rushmore in South Dakota and Twin Falls in Idaho.

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. 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 Twin Falls. 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.

How to Get from Mount Rushmore to Twin Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 32min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 14min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~17h 36min $81–$236* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Rushmore & Twin Falls

Quick Facts

Mount Rushmore
43.88°N, 103.46°W
America/Chicago
1745m elevation
Twin Falls
42.56°N, 114.46°W
America/Boise
1138m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 187 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients