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

The cheapest way to get from Rapid City to Wausau is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapid City to Wausau is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $100 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Rapid City and Wausau?

No, there is no direct bus from Rapid City to Wausau. However, there are services departing from Rapid City and arriving at Wausau Transit Center via Minneapolis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.

How far is it from Rapid City to Wausau?

The distance between Rapid City and Wausau is 692 miles. The road distance is 754.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rapid City to Wausau without a car is to bus which takes 16h 20m and costs $170 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Rapid City to Wausau, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rapid City to Wausau?

The best way to get from Rapid City to Wausau is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $100 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $250 and takes 16h 20m.

Where does the Rapid City to Wausau bus arrive?

Rapid City to Wausau bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Rapid City and Wausau?

Wausau is 1h ahead of Rapid City. It is currently 6:13 AM in Rapid City and 7:13 AM in Wausau.

Can I drive from Rapid City to Wausau?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapid City to Wausau is 754 miles. It takes approximately 12h to drive from Rapid City to Wausau.

Where can I stay near Wausau?

There are 36+ hotels available in Wausau.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rapid City to Wausau by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Central Wisconsin Airport
best
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane RAP - CWA
5h 30m
$104–433
Fly to Rhinelander, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Rhinelander (RHI)plane RAP - RHI
2. Drive from Rhinelander (RHI) to Wausaucar
6h 20m
$90–419
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rapid City to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 702
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Wausau Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0150S
16h 20m
$170–247
Drive 749.9 mi
1. Drive from Rapid City to Wausaucar 749.9 mi
12h
$124–179

Rapid City to Wausau by bus

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Distance: 688.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

Delta flies from Rapid City (RAP) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rapid City to Wausau Transit Center via Minneapolis Bus Station in around 16h 20m.

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