What is the cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Salt Lake City?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Salt Lake City. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Downtown Salt Lake via Billings, Butte, MT and Idaho Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 15m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

The distance between Rapid City and Salt Lake City is 528 miles. The road distance is 653.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City without a car is to bus which takes 21h 15m and costs $220 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapid City to Salt Lake City bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $380 and takes 21h 15m.

Where does the Rapid City to Salt Lake City bus arrive?

Rapid City to Salt Lake City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Billings station.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Salt Lake City?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Salt Lake City is 653 miles. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Rapid City to Salt Lake City.

Where can I stay near Salt Lake City?

There are 762+ hotels available in Salt Lake City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rapid City to Salt Lake City by plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Rapid City
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1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane RAP - SLC
5h 55m
$98–458
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Billingsbus
2. Take the bus from Billings to Buttebus
3. Take the bus from Butte, MT to Idaho Falls, IDbus
4. Take the bus from Idaho Falls to Downtown Salt Lakebus
21h 15m
$225–373
Drive 649.6 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Salt Lake Citycar 649.6 mi
11h 21m
$119–172
Bus to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Gillettebus
2. Fly from Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane GCC - SLC
7h 57m
$140–514
Bus via South Greeley
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Billingsbus
2. Take the bus from Billings, MT to Cheyenne, WYbus
3. Take the bus from Cheyenne to Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
26h 40m
$295–433

Rapid City to Salt Lake City by bus

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Distance: 525.2 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Rapid City, SD, USA and Salt Lake City, UT, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Downtown Salt Lake via Billings, Butte, MT, and Idaho Falls in around 21h 15m.

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