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

The cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore is to drive which costs $230 - $340 and takes 21h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore is to train and fly and taxi which takes 8h 19m and costs $180 - $600.

How far is it from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore?

The distance between Palmdale and Mount Rushmore is 1199 miles. The road distance is 1266.4 miles.

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmdale to Mount Rushmore is 1266 miles. It takes approximately 21h 27m to drive from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore.

Where can I stay near Mount Rushmore?

There are 251+ hotels available in Mount Rushmore.

Palmdale to Mount Rushmore - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore by train, plane, taxi, or car

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Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rapid City (RAP)plane LAX - RAP
3. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Mount Rushmoretaxi
9h 8m
$193–573
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Rapid City (RAP)plane BUR - RAP
3. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Mount Rushmoretaxi
8h 19m
$186–581
Drive 1,259 mi
1. Drive from Palmdale to Mount Rushmorecar 1,259 mi
21h 27m
$230–332
Train, train to Ontario International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Rancho Cucamongatrain
3. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Rapid City (RAP)plane ONT - RAP
4. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Mount Rushmoretaxi
11h 5m
$201–616
Train to John Wayne Airport Orange County, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Rapid City (RAP)plane SNA - RAP
3. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Mount Rushmoretaxi
12h 20m
$201–607

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

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Distance: 1,192.5 mi
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Mount Rushmore, SD, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, walk to Los Angeles Union Station, take the bus to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, walk to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) airport, fly to Rapid City (RAP), then take the taxi to Mount Rushmore. Alternatively, you can drive from Palmdale to Mount Rushmore in around 21h 27m.

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