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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Alliance is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Alliance is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Alliance?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rapid City SD Monument Health Hospital and arriving at Alliance NE Open Plains Transit Depot. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Alliance?

The distance between Rapid City and Alliance is 163 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Alliance without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

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

The bus from Rapid City SD Monument Health Hospital to Alliance NE Open Plains Transit Depot takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs twice a week.

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

Rapid City to Alliance bus services, operated by Open Plains Transit, depart from Rapid City SD Monument Health Hospital station.

Where does the Rapid City to Alliance bus arrive?

Rapid City to Alliance bus services, operated by Open Plains Transit, arrive at Alliance NE Open Plains Transit Depot station.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Alliance?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Alliance is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Rapid City to Alliance.

Where can I stay near Alliance?

There are four+ hotels available in Alliance.

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best
1. Take the bus from Rapid City SD Monument Health Hospital to Alliance NE Open Plains Transit Depotbus Blue
3h 10m
$35–55
Drive 155.3 mi
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1. Drive from Rapid City to Alliancecar 155.3 mi
2h 47m
$29–41

Rapid City to Alliance by bus

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3h 10mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Alliance, NE, USA?

Open Plains Transit operates a bus from Rapid City SD Monument Health Hospital to Alliance NE Open Plains Transit Depot twice a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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