What is the cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Rapid City?

The cheapest way to get from Anchorage to Rapid City is to drive which costs $500 - $800 and takes 2 days 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Anchorage to Rapid City?

The fastest way to get from Anchorage to Rapid City is to fly which takes 10h 48m and costs $320 - $1,300.

How far is it from Anchorage to Rapid City?

The distance between Anchorage and Rapid City is 2258 miles. The road distance is 2957.1 miles.

How long does it take to get from Anchorage to Rapid City?

It takes approximately 10h 48m to get from Anchorage to Rapid City, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Anchorage and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 2h ahead of Anchorage. It is currently 5:40 PM in Anchorage and 7:40 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Anchorage to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Anchorage to Rapid City is 2957 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 7h to drive from Anchorage to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 204+ hotels available in Rapid City.

Anchorage to Rapid City - 3 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Anchorage to Rapid City by plane, car, or bus

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Fly to Rapid City
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1. Fly from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Rapid City (RAP)plane ANC - RAP
10h 48m
$323–1,218
Drive 2,940 mi
1. Drive from Anchorage to Rapid Citycar 2,940 mi
2d 7h
$537–775
Fly to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC)plane ANC - GCC
2. Take the bus from Gillette to Rapid Citybus
14h 20m
$362–1,275

Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

47Weekly Planes

11h 6mAverage Duration

$315Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,244.7 mi
Duration: 10h 48m

What companies run services between Anchorage, AK, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Rapid City (RAP) every 4 hours.

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