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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Mesa is to fly which costs $90 - $420 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Mesa is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $90 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via Buffalo, Denver Union Station and Albuquerque Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 33m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Mesa?

The distance between Rapid City and Mesa is 904 miles. The road distance is 1122.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Mesa without a car is to bus which takes 32h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Rapid City to Mesa, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Mesa?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Mesa is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $90 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 32h 33m.

Where does the Rapid City to Mesa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Mesa?

Mesa is 1h behind Rapid City. It is currently 5:03 AM in Rapid City and 4:03 AM in Mesa.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Mesa is 1122 miles. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Rapid City to Mesa.

Where can I stay near Mesa?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Mesa.

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

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

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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane RAP - PHX
4h 37m
$93–417
Bus
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 bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
32h 33m
Drive 1,115.6 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Mesacar 1,115.6 mi
21h 59m
$204–295
Bus via Buffalo
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo, WY to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Albuquerque Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
32h 42m
$308–499
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
5. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus
33h 10m
Bus via Las Cruces
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver to Las Crucesbus
4. Take the bus from Las Cruces, NM to Phoenixbus
35h 34m

Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 899.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Mesa Dr/Main St via Buffalo, Denver, Denver Union Station, Albuquerque Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 32h 33m.

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