What is the cheapest way to get from Elk River to Rapid City?

The cheapest way to get from Elk River to Rapid City is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk River to Rapid City?

The fastest way to get from Elk River to Rapid City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $90 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Elk River and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk River to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Elk River Park & Ride and arriving at Rapid City via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 41m.

How far is it from Elk River to Rapid City?

The distance between Elk River and Rapid City is 543 miles. The road distance is 581.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elk River to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 13h 41m and costs $150 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Elk River to Rapid City?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Elk River to Rapid City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk River to Rapid City bus from?

Elk River to Rapid City bus services, operated by Metro Transit, depart from Elk River Park & Ride station.

Where does the Elk River to Rapid City bus arrive?

Elk River to Rapid City bus services, operated by Metro Transit, arrive at Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B station.

What is the time difference between Elk River and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Elk River. It is currently 12:30 AM in Elk River and 11:30 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Elk River to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk River to Rapid City is 581 miles. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Elk River to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 214+ hotels available in Rapid City.

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

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP)plane MSP - RAP
5h 15m
$95–432
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus 882
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Rapid Citybus Jefferson Lines 701
13h 41m
$152–214
Drive 578 mi
1. Drive from Elk River to Rapid Citycar 578 mi
9h 31m
$106–153

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 539.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a vehicle from Elk River to Rapid City via Elk River Park & Ride, Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B, and Minneapolis in around 13h 41m.

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