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

The cheapest way to get from Topeka to Rapid City is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 10h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Topeka to Rapid City is to bus and fly which takes 9h 19m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Topeka and Rapid City?

No, there is no direct bus from Topeka to Rapid City. However, there are services departing from Topeka and arriving at Rapid City via Kansas City, Omaha and Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 10m.

How far is it from Topeka to Rapid City?

The distance between Topeka and Rapid City is 708 miles. The road distance is 686.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Topeka to Rapid City without a car is to bus which takes 15h 59m and costs $170 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 15h 59m to get from Topeka to Rapid City, including transfers.

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

Topeka to Rapid City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Topeka station.

Where does the Topeka to Rapid City bus arrive?

Topeka to Rapid City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Topeka and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1h behind Topeka. It is currently 3:26 PM in Topeka and 2:26 PM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Topeka to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Topeka to Rapid City is 687 miles. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Topeka to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 180+ hotels available in Rapid City.

Topeka to Rapid City - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Topeka to Rapid City by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Omahabus
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus
3. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
15h 59m
$176–362
Bus via Kansas City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus
4. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
18h 10m
$81–338
Drive 682.6 mi
1. Drive from Topeka to Rapid Citycar 682.6 mi
10h 39m
$125–180
Drive to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Topeka to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)car
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Rapid City (RAP)plane MHK - RAP
9h 47m
$107–497
Bus to Salina Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Salinabus
2. Fly from Salina Municipal Airport (SLN) to Rapid City (RAP)plane SLN - RAP
10h 34m
$108–456
Bus to Kansas City, fly
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Rapid City (RAP)plane MCI - RAP
9h 19m
$138–604
Bus to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2210 Somerset St - Wichitabus
2. Fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Rapid City (RAP)plane ICT - RAP
10h 4m
$143–487

Topeka to Rapid City by bus

7Weekly Buses

18h 10mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Topeka to Rapid City.

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Distance: 704.1 mi
Duration: 15h 59m

What companies run services between Topeka, KS, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Topeka to Rapid City via Topeka, Vinton & 17th SW, Omaha, and Sioux Falls in around 15h 59m.

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