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

The cheapest way to get from Appleton to Rapid City is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Appleton to Rapid City is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $85 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Appleton and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Appleton to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Appleton and arriving at Rapid City via Wausau Transit Center, Minneapolis and Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Appleton to Rapid City?

The distance between Appleton and Rapid City is 740 miles. The road distance is 800.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Appleton to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 21h and costs $190 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Appleton to Rapid City, including transfers.

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

Appleton to Rapid City bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Appleton station.

Bus or fly from Appleton to Rapid City?

The best way to get from Appleton to Rapid City is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $85 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $310 and takes 21h.

Where does the Appleton to Rapid City bus arrive?

Appleton to Rapid City bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Wausau Transit Center station.

What is the time difference between Appleton and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Appleton. It is currently 8:43 AM in Appleton and 7:43 AM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Appleton to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Appleton to Rapid City is 800 miles. It takes approximately 13h to drive from Appleton to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 562+ hotels available in Rapid City.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Appleton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Rapid City (RAP)plane ATW - RAP
6h 19m
$88–422
Bus
1. Take the bus from Appleton to Wausau Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
21h
$198–306
Drive 795.7 mi
1. Drive from Appleton to Rapid Citycar 795.7 mi
13h
$146–210
Fly from Green Bay
1. Fly from Green Bay (GRB) to Rapid City (RAP)plane GRB - RAP
7h 17m
$106–442
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Appleton to Wausau Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Wausau Amtrak Bus Stop to St. Paul-Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
21h 19m
$220–334
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Appleton Amtrak Station to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Burnsville to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
23h 51m
$246–466

Appleton to Rapid City by bus

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21hAverage Duration

$198Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Appleton to Rapid City.

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Distance: 736.2 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Rapid City (RAP) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Appleton to Rapid City via Wausau Transit Center, Minneapolis, and Sioux Falls in around 21h.

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