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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Iowa is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $120 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Des Moines via Sioux Falls and Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Iowa?

The distance between Rapid City and Iowa is 528 miles. The road distance is 628.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 13h 55m and costs $160 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Rapid City to Iowa, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Iowa?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $250 and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Rapid City to Iowa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 8:41 PM in Rapid City and 9:41 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Iowa is 628 miles. It takes approximately 9h 20m to drive from Rapid City to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 263+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

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

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Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RAP - DSM
5h 58m
$148–686
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane RAP - MLI
7h 11m
$98–447
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 Des Moinesbus
13h 55m
$162–241
Drive 624.6 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Des Moinescar 624.6 mi
9h 20m
$114–165
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane RAP - CID
5h 8m
$126–455
Fly to Omaha
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Omaha (OMA)plane RAP - OMA
5h 30m
$131–545
Fly to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX)plane RAP - SUX
6h 14m
$107–441

Rapid City (RAP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 524.7 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Des Moines via Sioux Falls, Omaha, NE, and Des Moines in around 13h 55m.

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