Mount Rushmore to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Watertown, South Dakota is 321 miles (516.6 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located ENE of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.2 miles, taking about 7h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mount Rushmore and Watertown, South Dakota. 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.