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 $85 - $420 and takes 4h 38m.

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 38m and costs $85 - $420.

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 and train which takes 44h 27m and costs $850 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Rapid City to Mesa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Mesa?

Mesa is 1h behind Rapid City. It is currently 1:16 AM in Rapid City and 12:16 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 2824+ hotels available in Mesa.

Rapid City to Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rapid City to Mesa by plane, bus, train, taxi, or car

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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane RAP - PHX
4h 38m
$88–417
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
4. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus
44h 27m
$862–1,408
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Billingsbus
2. Take the bus from Billings to Cheyennebus
3. Take the taxi from Cheyenne to Greeleytaxi
4. Take the bus from Greeley to El Paso Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
45h 7m
$509–687
Drive 1,115.6 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Mesacar 1,115.6 mi
21h 59m
$204–295

Rapid City (RAP) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 899.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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.

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