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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Rapid City is to drive which costs $230 - $340 and takes 21h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Rapid City is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Hyatt Regency Houston and arriving at Rapid City via Dallas Bus Station, Kansas City and Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 51m.

How far is it from Houston to Rapid City?

The distance between Houston and Rapid City is 1109 miles. The road distance is 1287.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Rapid City without a car is to bus via Dallas which takes 32h 51m and costs $400 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Houston to Rapid City, including transfers.

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

Houston to Rapid City bus services, operated by Vonlane, depart from Hyatt Regency Houston station.

Bus or fly from Houston to Rapid City?

The best way to get from Houston to Rapid City is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Dallas, which costs $400 - $600 and takes 32h 51m.

Where does the Houston to Rapid City bus arrive?

Houston to Rapid City bus services, operated by Vonlane, arrive at Dallas, TX station.

What is the time difference between Houston and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Houston. It is currently 6:49 PM in Houston and 5:49 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Houston to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Rapid City is 1287 miles. It takes approximately 21h 25m to drive from Houston to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 206+ hotels available in Rapid City.

Houston to Rapid City - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

How to get fromHouston to Rapid City

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Houston to Rapid City by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from William P. Hobby Airport
best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Rapid City (RAP)plane HOU - RAP
7h 26m
$132–667
Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Rapid City (RAP)plane IAH - RAP
7h 55m
$114–510
Bus via Dallas
1. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Dallas, TXbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
32h 51m
$406–558
Drive 1,280 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Rapid Citycar 1,280 mi
21h 25m
$234–338
Bus to College Station, fly
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to College Stationbus
2. Fly from College Station (CLL) to Rapid City (RAP)plane CLL - RAP
10h 13m
$139–522
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Dentonbus
2. Take the bus from Denton to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
33h 40m
$305–465

Houston to Rapid City by bus

5Weekly Buses

33h 40mAverage Duration

$305Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Houston to Rapid City.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,102.4 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Rapid City (RAP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Rapid City via Dallas, TX, Dallas Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, Kansas City, and Sioux Falls in around 32h 51m.

Airlines

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.