How far is Rapid City, SD from Sturgis, SD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rapid City and Sturgis is 26.58 miles (42.78 km).
Flight distance from Rapid City, SD to Sturgis, SD is 26.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rapid City, South Dakota to Sturgis, South Dakota is: 28.53 miles (45.92 km) by car.
Driving from Rapid City to Sturgis will take approximately 00 hours 27 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6978 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°24'35"N 103°30'33"W |
| Latitude | 44.4097100 |
| Longitude | -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sturgis: Edmunds Street (-103.50908,44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rapid City and Sturgis
The distance between Rapid City and Sturgis is 46 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 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.
There is no time difference between Rapid City and Sturgis. The current time is 14:40:41.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.81 liters (1.01 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rapid City and Sturgis.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rapid City to Sturgis is $3.55 (diesel $4.75).
South Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.53 | $3.72 | $4.2 | $4.72 |
| Total | $3.55 | $3.74 | $4.23 | $4.75 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rapid City and Sturgis (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
