How far is Rapid City, SD from Crooks, SD?
The driving distance from Rapid City, SD to Crooks, SD is about 344.6 miles (554.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 321 miles (516.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 33m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rapid City and Crooks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rapid City and Crooks.
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Start on Mount Rushmore Road
1223 ft · 48 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
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Turn left onto Omaha Street
1094 ft · 38 sec · Omaha Street
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Sioux Falls
1661 ft · 29 sec
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Continue straight
337.3 mi · 5 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right
1789 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left
631 ft · 15 sec
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Turn left onto North Marion Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Marion Road
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Continue on 471st Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 471st Avenue
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Turn left onto 258th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 258th Street
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Turn right onto 470th Avenue
2096 ft · 57 sec · 470th Avenue
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Continue on South West Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · South West Avenue
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Turn right onto Superior Avenue
30 m · 4 sec · Superior Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Superior Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rapid City and Crooks.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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337 mi · 05h 18m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Rapid City and Chance Rain Showers near Crooks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rapid City to Crooks?
The road trip is about 344.6 miles (554.6 km) and usually takes 05h 33m 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?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 171.9 miles from Rapid City and 172.7 miles from Crooks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 321 miles (516.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:52 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.86 one way or $91.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 108.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Rapid City and Crooks, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Rapid City and Chance Rain Showers near Crooks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rapid City and Crooks. Straight-line distance: 320.98 mi (516.57 km).
#1 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota.
| Population | 77,503 |
| Coordinates | 44.0805400, -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crooks
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,341 |
| Coordinates | 43.6647000, -96.8108900 |
| Altitude | 484 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crooks (-96.81089, 43.6647)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 555 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $45.86 | $91.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $51.72 | $103.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $56.59 | $113.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $64.50 | $128.99 |
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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