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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Buffalo is to drive which costs $250 - $380 and takes 24h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Buffalo is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $190 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Buffalo, NY via Sioux Falls, Omaha, NE, Chicago and Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 25m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Buffalo?

The distance between Rapid City and Buffalo is 1250 miles. The road distance is 1420.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Buffalo without a car is to bus which takes 33h 25m and costs $250 - $470.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Rapid City to Buffalo, including transfers.

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

Rapid City to Buffalo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rapid City station.

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Buffalo is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $190 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $470 and takes 33h 25m.

Where does the Rapid City to Buffalo bus arrive?

Rapid City to Buffalo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Buffalo?

Buffalo is 2h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 1:28 PM in Rapid City and 3:28 PM in Buffalo.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Buffalo is 1420 miles. It takes approximately 24h 1m to drive from Rapid City to Buffalo.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 231+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Rapid City to Buffalo - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rapid City to Buffalo by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane RAP - BUF
7h 33m
$193–894
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 Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Chicago to Clevelandbus
5. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NYbus
33h 25m
$256–470
Drive 1,412.2 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Buffalocar 1,412.2 mi
24h 1m
$258–373

Rapid City (RAP) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) flights

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Distance: 1,242.4 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Buffalo, NY via Sioux Falls, Omaha, NE, Chicago, and Cleveland, OH in around 33h 25m.

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