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8 h 2 min
802 km.
from $44
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Nine ways to Travel from Vail to Rapid City

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Cheapest
By car (802 km)
8 h 2 min
802 km.
from $44
Other
Rideshare
8 h 2 min
802 km.
from $10.46
Bus, Plane (Bus to Denver)
5 h 28 min
556 km.
from $521.71
Bus, Taxi
15 h 44 min
556 km.
from $317.35
Bus, Plane (Bus to Eagle County Regional Airport)
6 h 52 min
556 km.
from $466.25
Bus, Plane (Bus)
9 h 5 min
556 km.
from $525.11
Bus, Plane (Bus to Denver)
7 h 31 min
556 km.
from $297.25
Bus, Plane (Bus to Denver)
7 h 41 min
556 km.
from $417.90
Bus, taxi via Wheatland
16 h 49 min
556 km.
from $276.48

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Eagle County Regional Airport to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$892.98
Plane from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.89–$1,148.12

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Denver to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$459.25–$892.98
Plane from Eagle County Regional Airport to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41
Plane from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76
Plane from Denver to Gillette-Campbell
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.89–$765.41

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Denver to Chadron
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.30–$204.11

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Union
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.65–$95.68
Bus from Denver Union Station to Cheyenne
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.65–$89.30

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Gillette to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.72–$89.30

Express Arrow

Phone:
+1-877-779-2999
Email:
Website:
expressarrow.com
Bus from Denver Union Station to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$121.19–$140.33
Bus from Denver Union Station to Cheyenne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.85–$63.78
Bus from Cheyenne, WY to Wheatland
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.75–$57.41
Bus from Wheatland Amtrak Bus Stop to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Bustang

Phone:
+1 800-900-3011
Website:
ridebustang.com/
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Union
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.58–$24.24
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to West
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.12–$17.86
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Federal
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.31–$22.96

Core Transit

Phone:
+1 970-328-3520
Email:
Website:
evta.colorado.gov
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.62

Epic Mountain Express

Phone:
+1 970-754-7433
Website:
epicmountainexpress.com/
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Denver
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$127.57–$153.08
Bus from Vail Transportation Center to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$56.13–$82.92

RFTA

Phone:
+1 970-925-8484
Website:
rfta.com
Bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to AABC
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.10–$6.00

Open Plains Transit

Phone:
+1 308 761 8747
Website:
optne.com
Bus from Chadron NE Chadron Community Hospital to Rapid
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.72–$49.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Vail to Rapid City is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vail to Rapid City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $315.22 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Vail to Rapid City?

The distance between Vail and Rapid City is 696 km. The road distance is 802.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vail to Rapid City without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 15h 44m and costs $163.04 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Vail to Rapid City, including transfers.

Can I drive from Vail to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Vail to Rapid City is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Vail to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 148+ hotels available in Rapid City. Prices start at $31.73 per night.
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