Norfolk, Nebraska to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

325.9 miles 524.5 km · straight line
391.1 miles estimated 629.4 km · driving distance
7h 52min estimated drive time
$38 - $46 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Nebraska from Rapid City?

The distance from Norfolk, Nebraska to Rapid City is 325.9 miles (524.5 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located WNW of Norfolk, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 391.1 miles, taking about 7h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska and Rapid City in South Dakota.

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 Norfolk, Nebraska 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 Norfolk, Nebraska to Rapid City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 52min $38 - $46 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 26min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 28min $47–$137* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Nebraska & Rapid City

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m elevation
Rapid City
44.08°N, 103.23°W
America/Chicago
966m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients