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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Detroit is to drive which costs $190 - $290 and takes 19h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Minneapolis Bus Station, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 33m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Detroit?

The distance between Rapid City and Detroit is 1039 miles. The road distance is 1164 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Detroit without a car is to bus and train which takes 26h 42m and costs $500 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Rapid City to Detroit, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Detroit?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs and takes 27h 33m.

Where does the Rapid City to Detroit bus arrive?

Rapid City to Detroit bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Detroit?

Detroit is 2h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 11:48 PM in Rapid City and 1:48 AM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Detroit is 1164 miles. It takes approximately 19h 56m to drive from Rapid City to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 520+ hotels available in Detroit.

Rapid City to Detroit - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rapid City to Detroit by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Detroit
best
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Detroit (DTW)plane RAP - DTW
6h 52m
$143–667
Fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane RAP - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
11h 9m
$110–480
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain
26h 42m
$512–785
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus
27h 33m
Drive 1,157.2 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Detroitcar 1,157.2 mi
19h 56m
$198–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport to Detroit Bus Stationbus
28h 5m
$250–372

Rapid City to Detroit by bus and train

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26h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,032.6 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Detroit (DTW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Cass & Michigan via Minneapolis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 27h 33m.

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