What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $210 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Rushmore and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Des Moines via Sioux Falls and Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 25m.

How far is it from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines?

The distance between Mount Rushmore and Des Moines is 549 miles. The road distance is 651.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 14h 25m and costs $210 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Rushmore to Des Moines bus from?

Mount Rushmore to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rapid City station.

Where does the Mount Rushmore to Des Moines bus arrive?

Mount Rushmore to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

Can I drive from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Rushmore to Des Moines is 652 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Mount Rushmore to Rapid-City-Airport-RAPtaxi
2. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RAP - DSM
4h 52m
$213–761
Drive 647.8 mi
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1. Drive from Mount Rushmore to Des Moinescar 647.8 mi
9h 50m
$119–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
14h 25m
$210–310

Rapid City (RAP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 48mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 545.9 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Mount Rushmore, SD, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Mount Rushmore to Des Moines via Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and Omaha, NE in around 14h 25m.

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