Ottumwa to Rapid City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ottumwa from Rapid City?
The distance from Ottumwa to Rapid City is 589.4 miles (948.5 km) as the crow flies. Rapid City is located WNW of Ottumwa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 707.2 miles, taking about 14h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Ottumwa in Iowa 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 Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa to Rapid City
Suggested Stops Between Ottumwa & Rapid City
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 196 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator