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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Lawrence is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 11h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Lawrence is to fly and drive which takes 9h and costs $120 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Sioux Falls and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Lawrence?

The distance between Rapid City and Lawrence is 794 miles. The road distance is 712.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 16h 55m and costs $180 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 16h 55m to get from Rapid City to Lawrence, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Rapid City to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 10:14 PM in Rapid City and 11:14 PM in Lawrence.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Lawrence is 712 miles. It takes approximately 11h 6m to drive from Rapid City to Lawrence.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 44+ hotels available in Lawrence.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Rapid City to Lawrence by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, train, bus, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
16h 55m
$184–267
Fly to Salina Municipal Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)plane RAP - SLN
2. Take the bus from Salina to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
9h 38m
$120–464
Drive 708 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Lawrencecar 708 mi
11h 6m
$126–181
Fly 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 Lawrencecar
11h 30m
$126–538
Fly to Kansas City, train
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane RAP - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 39m
$153–700
Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane RAP - LNK
2. Drive from Lincoln-Airport-LNK to Lawrencecar
9h
$121–470
Fly to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport, taxi, train
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT)plane RAP - ICT
2. Take the taxi from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Newton Stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Newton Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 45m
$296–915

Rapid City to Lawrence by bus

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16h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 789.6 mi
Duration: 16h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Rapid City to Lawrence Bus Stop via Sioux Falls, Kansas City, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 16h 55m.

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