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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Omaha is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Omaha is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Omaha?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Omaha. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Omaha via Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Omaha?

The distance between Rapid City and Omaha is 542 miles. The road distance is 525.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Omaha without a car is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $130 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Rapid City to Omaha, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Omaha?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Omaha is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $130 - $190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Rapid City to Omaha bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Omaha?

Omaha is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 1:13 AM in Rapid City and 2:13 AM in Omaha.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Omaha?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Omaha is 526 miles. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Rapid City to Omaha.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rapid City to Omaha?

Book your Rapid City to Omaha bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Omaha?

There are 291+ hotels available in Omaha.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Rapid City to Omaha by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Sioux Fallsbus Jefferson Lines 702
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus Jefferson Lines 706
10h 35m
$133–190
Drive 522.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rapid City to Omahacar 522.6 mi
7h 42m
$96–138
Fly Rapid City to Omaha
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Omaha (OMA)plane RAP - OMA
6h 33m
$108–567
Fly Rapid City to Lincoln Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane RAP - LNK
2. Take the bus from Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NEbus
8h 38m
$107–451
Bus to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Gillettebus
2. Fly from Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC) to Omaha (OMA)plane GCC - OMA
9h 13m
$150–623
Fly Rapid City to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field, bus
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX)plane RAP - SUX
2. Take the bus from Sioux City to Omahabus
8h 50m
$137–496

Rapid City to Omaha by bus

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10h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 538.5 mi
Duration: 10h 35m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Omaha, NE, USA?

You can take a bus from Rapid City to Omaha via Sioux Falls in around 10h 35m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Omaha (OMA) hourly.

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