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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 12h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Milwaukee is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Milwaukee?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Milwaukee station. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Sioux Falls and Minneapolis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Milwaukee?

The distance between Rapid City and Milwaukee is 785 miles. The road distance is 843.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Milwaukee without a car is to bus which takes 18h 50m and costs $190 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Rapid City to Milwaukee, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Milwaukee?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Milwaukee is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $330 and takes 18h 50m.

Where does the Rapid City to Milwaukee bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Milwaukee?

Milwaukee is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 11:13 PM in Rapid City and 12:13 AM in Milwaukee.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Milwaukee is 844 miles. It takes approximately 12h 52m to drive from Rapid City to Milwaukee.

Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 306+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

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

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

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Fly to General Mitchell International Airport
best
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane RAP - MKE
6h 1m
$124–618
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane RAP - ORD
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus
6h 9m
$90–374
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus
18h 50m
$198–325
Drive 838.6 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Milwaukeecar 838.6 mi
12h 52m
$153–222
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Milwaukeetrain
19h 50m
$250–438
Bus via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell Airportbus
21h 15m
$206–313

Rapid City (RAP) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) flights

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6h 4mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 780.1 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Sioux Falls and Minneapolis Bus Station in around 18h 50m.

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