How far is Baltic, SD from Rapid City, SD?
The driving distance from Baltic, SD to Rapid City, SD is about 354.5 miles (570.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 323.7 miles (520.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 07m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Baltic and Rapid City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baltic and Rapid City.
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Start on Lovely Avenue
1735 ft · 59 sec · Lovely Avenue
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Continue on 250th Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · 250th Street
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Take the ramp left toward Sioux Falls
1274 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 90 West: Rapid City
2517 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
338.7 mi · 5 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 190, US 16: Downtown, Black Hawk National Forest, Mount Rushmore
2265 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Omaha Street
1148 ft · 39 sec · Omaha Street
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Turn right onto Mount Rushmore Road
1223 ft · 48 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Baltic and Rapid City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Interstate 90 West
Merge slight left
339 mi · 05h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Baltic and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rapid City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Baltic to Rapid City?
The road trip is about 354.5 miles (570.5 km) and usually takes 05h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kennebec is a useful midpoint, sitting about 176.4 miles from Baltic and 178.1 miles from Rapid City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 323.7 miles (520.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.18 one way or $94.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 111.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Baltic and Rapid City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Baltic and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rapid City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Baltic and Rapid City. Straight-line distance: 323.69 mi (520.93 km).
#1 Baltic
City in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,201 |
| Coordinates | 43.7613600, -96.7403300 |
| Altitude | 450 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota.
| Population | 77,503 |
| Coordinates | 44.0805400, -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Rushmore Road (-103.231059, 44.080547)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 571 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $47.18 | $94.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.21 | $106.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.22 | $116.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.35 | $132.71 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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