What is the cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore?

The cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore is to fly and taxi which costs $270 - $900 and takes 12h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore?

The fastest way to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore is to fly and taxi which takes 12h 8m and costs $270 - $900.

How far is it from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore?

The distance between Fairbanks and Mount Rushmore is 2280 miles. The road distance is 2864.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore?

It takes approximately 12h 8m to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore is 2865 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 4h to drive from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore.

Where can I stay near Mount Rushmore?

There are 304+ hotels available in Mount Rushmore.

Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore - 3 ways to travel via plane, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore by plane, taxi, car, or bus

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Fly to Rapid City, taxi
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1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Rapid City (RAP)plane FAI - RAP
2. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Mount Rushmoretaxi
12h 8m
$278–899
Drive 2,848 mi
1. Drive from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmorecar 2,848 mi
2d 4h
$520–751
Fly to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC)plane FAI - GCC
2. Take the bus from Gillette to Rapid Citybus
16h 17m
$308–947

Fairbanks (FAI) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

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10h 13mAverage Duration

$205Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,266.8 mi
Duration: 12h 8m

What companies run services between Fairbanks, AK, USA and Mount Rushmore, SD, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore. However, you can take the bus to Fairbanks, AK - Northern Alaska Tour Company, walk to Fairbanks-Airport-FAI airport, fly to Rapid City (RAP), then take the taxi to Mount Rushmore. Alternatively, you can drive from Fairbanks to Mount Rushmore in around 2d 4h.

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