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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 19h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 40m and costs $270 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Flagstaff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Flagstaff station. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Flagstaff Bus Station via Buffalo, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Denver and Albuquerque Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 10m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Flagstaff?

The distance between Rapid City and Flagstaff is 787 miles. The road distance is 1019.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff without a car is to bus and train via Denver which takes 28h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Flagstaff?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $110 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 10m.

Where does the Rapid City to Flagstaff bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Flagstaff?

Flagstaff is 1h behind Rapid City. It is currently 3:23 AM in Rapid City and 2:23 AM in Flagstaff.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Flagstaff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Flagstaff is 1019 miles. It takes approximately 19h 20m to drive from Rapid City to Flagstaff.

Where can I stay near Flagstaff?

There are 394+ hotels available in Flagstaff.

Rapid City to Flagstaff - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Rapid City to Flagstaff by plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Flagstaff
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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane RAP - FLG
7h 50m
$119–482
Bus, train via Denver
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Centerbus
4. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Flagstafftrain
28h 5m
Drive 1,013.3 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Flagstaffcar 1,013.3 mi
19h 20m
$185–268
Fly to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane RAP - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrakshuttle
6h 40m
$275–599
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Flagstaff Bus Stationbus
28h 10m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Albuquerque Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Flagstafftrain
28h 49m
Bus, train via Agua Fria
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver to Santa Fe - Dulceriabus
4. Take the bus from Santa Fe to Albuquerquebus
5. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Flagstafftrain
30h 56m

Rapid City (RAP) to Flagstaff (FLG) flights

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7h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 782.4 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Flagstaff, AZ, USA?

American Airlines flies from Rapid City (RAP) to Flagstaff (FLG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Flagstaff Bus Station via Buffalo, Denver, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Stout St & 21st St, Denver, ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center, and Albuquerque Bus Station in around 28h 10m.

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