How far is Lennox, SD from Rapid City, SD?
The driving distance from Lennox, SD to Rapid City, SD is about 354.2 miles (570.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 320.4 miles (515.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 13m.
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lennox and Rapid City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lennox and Rapid City.
-
1
Start on West 2nd Avenue
21 m · 9 sec · West 2nd Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
1925 ft · 55 sec · South Main Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Boynton Avenue
1576 ft · 49 sec · East Boynton Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto North Pine Street
855 ft · 17 sec · North Pine Street
-
5
Continue on SD Highway 17
9.6 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 17
-
6
Continue on 466th Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · 466th Avenue
-
7
Turn left onto 265th Street
3 mi · 5 min · 265th Street
-
8
Turn right onto 463rd Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · 463rd Avenue
-
9
Take the ramp slight left
1832 ft · 45 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
329.6 mi · 5 hr 11 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 190, US 16: Downtown, Black Hawk National Forest, Mount Rushmore
2265 ft · 1 min
-
12
Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
-
13
Turn left onto Omaha Street
1148 ft · 39 sec · Omaha Street
-
14
Turn right onto Mount Rushmore Road
1223 ft · 46 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lennox and Rapid City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
463rd Avenue
Merge slight left
330 mi · 05h 11m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Lennox and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Rapid City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lennox to Rapid City?
The road trip is about 354.2 miles (570.1 km) and usually takes 05h 13m 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 176.2 miles from Lennox and 178 miles from Rapid City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 320.4 miles (515.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.8 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 6:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.14 one way or $94.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 111.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lennox and Rapid City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Lennox and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Rapid City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lennox and Rapid City. Straight-line distance: 320.43 mi (515.68 km).
#1 Lennox
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,500 |
| Coordinates | 43.3541500, -96.8920000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| 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: 570 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 | $47.14 | $94.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.16 | $106.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.18 | $116.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.30 | $132.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in South Dakota · May 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.