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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Rapid City is to fly which costs $95 - $420 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Rapid City is to fly which takes 7h 53m and costs $95 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Seattle Greyhound and arriving at Rapid City via Spokane and Billings. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 40m.

How far is it from Seattle to Rapid City?

The distance between Seattle and Rapid City is 985 miles. The road distance is 1141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 25h 40m and costs $260 - $450.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Seattle to Rapid City, including transfers.

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

Seattle to Rapid City bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, depart from Seattle Greyhound station.

Bus or fly from Seattle to Rapid City?

The best way to get from Seattle to Rapid City is to fly which takes 7h 53m and costs $95 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $450 and takes 25h 40m.

Where does the Seattle to Rapid City bus arrive?

Seattle to Rapid City bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, arrive at Spokane station.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 1:12 AM in Seattle and 2:12 AM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Seattle to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Rapid City is 1141 miles. It takes approximately 17h 55m to drive from Seattle to Rapid City.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 209+ hotels available in Rapid City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Rapid City by plane, bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Fly to Rapid City
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1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Rapid City (RAP)plane SEA - RAP
7h 53m
$99–419
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seattle Greyhound to Spokanebus
2. Take the bus from Spokane to Billingsbus
3. Take the bus from Billings to Rapid Citybus
25h 40m
$264–442
Drive 1,134.6 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Rapid Citycar 1,134.6 mi
17h 55m
$208–300
Fly to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC)plane SEA - GCC
2. Take the bus from Gillette to Rapid Citybus
10h 4m
$138–476
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Seattle to Spokanetrain
2. Take the bus from Spokane to Billingsbus
3. Take the bus from Billings to Rapid Citybus
26h 7m
$286–504

Seattle to Rapid City by bus

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Distance: 979.4 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Rapid City (RAP) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seattle Greyhound to Rapid City via Spokane and Billings in around 25h 40m.

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