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Tulsa to Rapid City Bus Schedule
Bus from Tulsa to Rapid City: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Tulsa to Rapid City. Traveling by bus from Tulsa to Rapid City usually takes around 28 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 27 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 667 mi (1074 km) |
| Shortest duration | 27h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $179.00 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Tulsa to Rapid City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tulsa to Rapid City. 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 | 1d 4h 7m | $187.50 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Rapid City from $179. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Tulsa to Rapid City and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Rapid City. In Tulsa, Jefferson Lines departs to Rapid City from Tulsa Bus Station . In Rapid City, Jefferson Lines arrives at 333 6th St .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Tulsa to Rapid City takes 28 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Rapid City in 27 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Rapid City.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tulsa to Rapid City
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 667 miles from Tulsa to Rapid City. However, the fastest bus only takes 27 hours and 10 minutes. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Tulsa to Rapid City. It leaves the station in Tulsa at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tulsa?
Main departure station: Tulsa Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Tulsa.
All bus stations in Tulsa:
Tulsa Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Rapid City?
Main arrival station: 333 6th St
All buses from Tulsa arrive at one main station in Rapid City.
All bus stations in Rapid City:
333 6th St
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