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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Rapid City to Sioux Falls. Traveling by bus from Rapid City to Sioux Falls usually takes around 6 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 326 mi (525 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$86.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rapid City to Sioux Falls?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rapid City to Sioux Falls. Jefferson Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 6h 0m | US$86.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Rapid City to Sioux Falls from US$86. There are 1 Jefferson Lines schedules from Rapid City to Sioux Falls and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Sioux Falls. In Rapid City, Jefferson Lines departs to Sioux Falls from 333 6th St and no other station. In Sioux Falls, Jefferson Lines arrives at 4110 W Maple St and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Rapid City to Sioux Falls takes 6 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Sioux Falls.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours to cover the 525 kilometers from Rapid City to Sioux Falls. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Rapid City to Sioux Falls. It leaves the station in Rapid City at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rapid City?
Main departure station: 333 6th St
Most buses depart from the main station in Rapid City.
All bus stations in Rapid City:
333 6th St
Where does the bus arrive in Sioux Falls?
Main arrival station: 4110 W Maple St
All buses from Rapid City arrive at one main station in Sioux Falls.
Bus stations in Sioux Falls:
4110 W Maple St
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