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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Rapid City is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Rapid City is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $90 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Brainerd and arriving at Rapid City via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 50m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Rapid City?

The distance between Brainerd and Rapid City is 484 miles. The road distance is 615.5 miles.

How do I travel from Brainerd to Rapid City without a car?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 15h 50m and costs $170 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Brainerd to Rapid City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brainerd to Rapid City bus from?

Brainerd to Rapid City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Brainerd station.

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Rapid City?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Rapid City is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $90 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $260 and takes 15h 50m.

Where does the Brainerd to Rapid City bus arrive?

Brainerd to Rapid City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Brainerd and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Brainerd. It is currently 6:02 PM in Brainerd and 5:02 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Rapid City is 616 miles. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Brainerd to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 208+ hotels available in Rapid City.

Brainerd to Rapid City - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brainerd to Rapid City by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
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1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Rapid City (RAP)plane BRD - RAP
5h 24m
$94–418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 928
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Rapid Citybus Jefferson Lines 701
15h 50m
$179–254
Drive 612 mi
1. Drive from Brainerd to Rapid Citycar 612 mi
10h 16m
$112–162
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP)plane MSP - RAP
7h 26m
$141–486

Brainerd to Rapid City by bus

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15h 50mAverage Duration

$179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.1 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Brainerd, MN, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

Delta flies from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Rapid City (RAP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brainerd to Rapid City via Minneapolis in around 15h 50m.

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