How far is Milbank, SD from Rapid City, SD?
Fastest route
The distance between Milbank, South Dakota, and Rapid City, South Dakota, is approximately 407 miles, and the estimated travel time is 6 hours and 34 minutes via US-14 W. Rapid City is located in a different time zone than Milbank.
Directions
- Head north on S 3rd St toward E 7th Ave.
- Turn left onto US-12 W/E 4th Ave and continue to follow US-12 W. Pass by Taco John's (on the right in 0.4 mi).
- Take 149th St, Co Rd 36, SD-20 W, and SD-37 S/406th Ave to US-212 W/172nd St/Main St in Doland.
- Turn right onto Co Rd 36/152nd St and continue to follow Co Rd 36.
- Turn left onto SD-37 S/406th Ave.
- Continue on US-212 W to Redfield Township.
- Turn right onto US-212 W/172nd St/Main St and continue to follow US-212 W.
- Continue onto US-281 S/W 3rd St and continue to follow US-281 S.
- Continue on SD-26 W to Miller Township.
- Follow US-14 W and I-90 W to Mt Rushmore Rd in Rapid City.
- Use the left lane to turn right onto E Pleasant Dr.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Pierre St.
- Turn right onto US-14 W/US-83 S/W Sioux Ave and continue to follow US-14 W/US-83 S.
- Turn right onto US-14 W/Yellowstone St and continue to follow US-14 W.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Wall, and merge onto I-90 W.
- Take exit 57 for I-190/US-16 toward B.H. National Forest/Mt Rushmore/Downtown.
- Continue onto I-190 S/US-16 W/Theodore Roosevelt Expy.
- Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left onto SD-44 E/Omaha St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Mt Rushmore Rd.
- Arrive in Rapid City, South Dakota, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Make sure to follow the provided directions and road signs.
- ⏰ Take into account the time zone difference between Milbank and Rapid City.
- 🚗 Plan for rest stops and refueling along the way.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations.
- 📞 Keep emergency contact numbers handy.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route before starting the journey.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Milbank and Rapid City is 333.49 miles (536.7 km).
Flight distance from Milbank, SD to Rapid City, SD is 333.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 48 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 44 minutes to travel from Milbank to Rapid City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Milbank, South Dakota to Rapid City, South Dakota is: 405.57 miles (652.7 km) by car.
Driving from Milbank to Rapid City will take approximately 06 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Milbank
City in and county seat of Grand County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 3066 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 45°13'9"N 96°38'8"W |
| Latitude | 45.2191300 |
| Longitude | -96.6356200 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota. It is located in the Black Hills in western South Dakota. Rapid City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rushmore National Memorial and the Mount Rushmore Visitor Center.
| Population | 77503 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°4'50"N 103°13'52"W |
| Latitude | 44.0805400 |
| Longitude | -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rapid City: Mount Rushmore Road (-103.231059,44.080547)
Estimated Travel Time Between Milbank and Rapid City
The distance between Milbank and Rapid City is 653 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 07 hours 15 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Milbank, SD and Rapid City, SD. The current time in Milbank is 07:24:40, although it is 06:24:40 in Rapid City.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10 hours 08 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 05 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 54.17 liters (14.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Milbank and Rapid City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Milbank to Rapid City is $50.49 (diesel $67.52).
South Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.53 | $3.72 | $4.2 | $4.72 |
| Total | $50.49 | $53.19 | $60.11 | $67.52 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in South Dakota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.528 (Diesel $4.718) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 24, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Milbank and Rapid City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
