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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Kansas City is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Kansas City is to fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $140 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at East Village - Bay J via Sioux Falls and On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Kansas City?

The distance between Rapid City and Kansas City is 578 miles. The road distance is 701.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs $170 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Rapid City to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Kansas City is to fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $140 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $260 and takes 15h 14m.

Where does the Rapid City to Kansas City bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Kansas City?

Kansas City is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 10:00 PM in Rapid City and 11:00 PM in Kansas City.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Kansas City is 702 miles. It takes approximately 10h 36m to drive from Rapid City to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 333+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rapid City to Kansas City by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Rapid City to Kansas City
best
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane RAP - MCI
7h 20m
$141–715
Drive 697.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rapid City to Kansas Citycar 697.6 mi
10h 36m
$128–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus Jefferson Lines 702
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 706
15h 14m
$178–255
Fly Rapid City to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane RAP - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Kansas Citycar
8h 14m
$143–600
Bus to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, fly to Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Gillettebus
2. Fly from Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC) to Kansas City (MCI)plane GCC - MCI
9h 32m
$183–771

Rapid City to Kansas City by bus

7Weekly Buses

15h 14mAverage Duration

$178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 574.4 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to East Village - Bay J via Sioux Falls, Kansas City, and On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside in around 15h 14m.

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