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

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Rapid City is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Rapid City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $90 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Mankato and arriving at Rapid City via Fairmont. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Mankato to Rapid City?

The distance between Mankato and Rapid City is 583 miles. The road distance is 494.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mankato to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $110 - $190.

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

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

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

Mankato to Rapid City bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Mankato station.

Where does the Mankato to Rapid City bus arrive?

Mankato to Rapid City bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Fairmont station.

What is the time difference between Mankato and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Mankato. It is currently 4:57 PM in Mankato and 3:57 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Mankato to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Rapid City is 495 miles. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Mankato to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 208+ hotels available in Rapid City.

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

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

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Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP)plane MSP - RAP
5h 24m
$92–483
Drive 491.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Rapid Citycar 491.7 mi
7h 28m
$90–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Fairmontbus Lta 240
2. Take the bus from Fairmont to Rapid Citybus Jefferson Lines 701
11h 10m
$110–187
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Rochesterbus
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Rapid City (RAP)plane RST - RAP
10h 15m
$92–423

Mankato to Rapid City by bus

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11h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 579.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Mankato to Rapid City via Fairmont in around 11h 10m.

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