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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Cody is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Cody is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $100 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Cody?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Cody. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Cody, WY via Gillette and Billings, MT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Rapid City to Cody?

The distance between Rapid City and Cody is 484 miles. The road distance is 390.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Cody without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $140 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 10h to get from Rapid City to Cody, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Cody?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Cody is to bus which takes 10h and costs $140 - $210. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $420 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Rapid City to Cody bus arrive?

Rapid City to Cody bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Gillette station.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Cody?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Cody is 391 miles. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Rapid City to Cody.

Where can I stay near Cody?

There are 42+ hotels available in Cody.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Rapid City to Cody by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Gillettebus
2. Take the bus from Gillette to Billingsbus
3. Take the bus from Billings, MT to Cody, WYbus
10h
$148–203
Drive 388.4 mi
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1. Drive from Rapid City to Codycar 388.4 mi
6h 27m
$71–103
Fly
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD)plane RAP - COD
6h 2m
$101–413

Rapid City (RAP) to Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD) flights

21Weekly Planes

4h 48mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 480.9 mi
Duration: 10h

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Cody, WY, USA?

You can take a bus from Rapid City to Cody, WY via Gillette, Billings, and Billings, MT in around 10h. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Rapid City (RAP) to Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD) 3 times a day.

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