Newton, Kansas to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Newton, Kansas from Rapid City?
The distance from Newton, Kansas to Rapid City is 517.2 miles (832.4 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located NW of Newton, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 620.7 miles, taking about 12h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Newton, Kansas in Kansas and Rapid City in South Dakota.
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 Newton, Kansas and Rapid City. 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 Newton, Kansas to Rapid City
Suggested Stops Between Newton, Kansas & Rapid City
- 157 mi
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 172 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48.1 times to circle the Earth's equator