What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake?

The fastest way to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake is to drive which takes 6h 58m and costs $80 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Rushmore and Spirit Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Jackson via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake?

The distance between Mount Rushmore and Spirit Lake is 484 miles. The road distance is 463.8 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake without a car is to bus which takes 8h 52m and costs $220 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake?

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake bus from?

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

Where does the Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake bus arrive?

Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Jackson station.

Can I drive from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake is 464 miles. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake.

Where can I stay near Spirit Lake?

There are 92+ hotels available in Spirit Lake.

Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lake by bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Jacksonbus Jefferson Lines 702
8h 52m
$229–305
Drive 461.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Rushmore to Spirit Lakecar 461.1 mi
6h 58m
$85–122
Taxi, fly to Sioux Falls, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mount Rushmore to Rapid-City-Airport-RAPtaxi
2. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Sioux Falls (FSD)plane RAP - FSD
3. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Jacksonbus
7h 40m
$261–613
Taxi, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the taxi from Mount Rushmore to Rapid-City-Airport-RAPtaxi
2. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane RAP - FOD
3. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Spirit Lakecar
13h 4m
$179–538
Taxi, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mount Rushmore to Rapid-City-Airport-RAPtaxi
2. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane RAP - MSP
3. Take the bus from Burnsville to Jacksonbus
7h 58m
$268–664
Taxi, fly to Rochester, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mount Rushmore to Rapid-City-Airport-RAPtaxi
2. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Rochester (RST)plane RAP - RST
3. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus
4. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Jacksonbus
9h 44m
$265–615

Rapid City (RAP) to Sioux Falls (FSD) flights

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Distance: 481.2 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Mount Rushmore, SD, USA and Spirit Lake, IA, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Rapid City to Jackson once daily. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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