How far is Rapid City, SD from Deadwood, SD?
The driving distance from Rapid City, SD to Deadwood, SD is about 41.6 miles (67 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Meade 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 Deadwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rapid City and Deadwood.
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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 left to continue on I 90 West: Gillette
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
27 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14A West, SD 34 East, SD 79 North: Deadwood, Lead
897 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Lazelle Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · Lazelle Street
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Continue on Boulder Canyon Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · Boulder Canyon Road
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Continue on US Highway 14A
9.3 mi · 11 min · US Highway 14A
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Continue on Pioneer Way
2071 ft · 29 sec · Pioneer Way
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Turn right onto Lee Street
6 m · 1 sec · Lee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rapid City and Deadwood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
27 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Rapid City and Rain And Snow Showers near Deadwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rapid City to Deadwood?
The road trip is about 41.6 miles (67 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Piedmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Rapid City and 20.8 miles from Deadwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.54 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Rapid City and Rain And Snow Showers near Deadwood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rapid City and Deadwood. Straight-line distance: 32.06 mi (51.6 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 Deadwood
City in and county seat of Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,294 |
| Coordinates | 44.3766500, -103.7296400 |
| Altitude | 1381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Deadwood (-103.72964, 44.37665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
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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