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Rapid City

We can help you with arranging reliable bus rental transportation within Rapid City, which has a population of about 68,000 and the next largest nearby city of Denver, about 390 miles away with a population of over 660,000. With so many things to do in and around Rapid City, you'll want a reliable charter bus to lead the way.

Historical Sites

One of the most famous historical sites near Rapid City South Dakota is Mount Rushmore, featuring the faces of four of the best known American Presidents. You'll see likenesses of Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and George Washington carved into the granite of a mountainside in the Black Hills. Nearly three million people a year make this trip to see this American icon.

While you are on an adventure to see monuments, Crazy Horse Memorial is a must-see attraction. This sculpture is still being created, but is open to visitors. Here you will see an important memorial honoring the North American Indians and Crazy Horse, who was one of the most prominent leaders of the Sioux Indians. His contributions to history helped to shape this area. A night-time light show is worth returning for.

Scenic State Parks

South Dakota is an area rich in scenic state parks that are enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year. Be thrilled by sightings of wildlife like buffalo herds, deer, elk, big horn sheep, burros that love to beg for treats, and mountain goats. You'll find all of this along with jeep rides and fly fishing guided by professional fishing guides in Custer State Park. Wind Cave National Park gives you the chance to see more wildlife like bison, prairie dogs and antelope.

For breathtaking, geographically interesting parks, you'll love visiting Badlands National Park with its painted canyons, majestic towering spires and buttes that have been eroded over thousands of years of evolution. A ride along the Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway takes you past breathtaking waterfalls and soaring walls of limestone traversing through an enchanting green forest.

Roughlock Falls provides spectacular views, along with bird and wildlife watching opportunities, while the Devil's Tower National Monument soars to over 1,000 feet in the air providing fantastic photo opportunities. Wind Cave National Park lets you explore fascinating limestone cave formations as you walk through a huge underground cave complex.

Family Friendly Attractions

One of the best family attractions is the famous Wall Drug store. This tourist attraction offers 18 interesting retail outlets, displays of photo collections and western art collections. Many consider this to be one of the best places to shop for gifts and souvenirs. Dinosaur Park is fun for all ages and includes places where dinosaur footprints have been found, along with an interesting display of seven lifelike concrete dinosaur replica statues.

 

Famous Main Street Square features fountains that are interactive, ice skating in season, arts and culture, concerts and special events. Close by you'll find the City of Presidents, a collection of lifelike bronze statues representing past United States Presidents. This display provides a wonderful learning opportunity for all ages. The South Dakota Air and Space Museum is another family friendly attraction, and is located just outside of Ellsworth Air Force Base.

Unique Dining Experiences

When it comes to dining in Rapid City, the word variety comes to mind. You'll find choices ranging from sandwich shops, bakeries and coffee shops to fast food offerings, bar and grill style dining, ethnic dining, pubs and breweries. Fine dining opportunities are found in places like Dakotah Steakhouse, Pacific Rim Cafe, Delmonico Grill, Kathmandu Bistro and Tally's Silver Spoon.

If a rustic dining opportunity is on the agenda, you'll love dining at combined dinner and show establishments. Everyone will enjoy the Fort Hayes Old West Town and Dinner Show, Blue Bell Hayride and Chuckwagon Cookout and Circle B Chuckwagon, featuring dining mingled with a relaxed, old-style Western ambiance.

Outdoor Enthusiasts Love The Parks

A wide variety of parks provide opportunities for swimming, sand volleyball, basketball, tennis, baseball, track and racquetball. Local parks including Sioux Park, Founders Park, Memorial Park, Wilson Park and Hanson-Larson Memorial Park offer fun outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy.

To experience an exciting wildlife park, you'll love visiting Bear Country USA, featuring the largest collection in the world of black bears that are privately owned. Ride through the park thrilling to glimpses of bear cubs, elk, buffalo and wolves. Visiting South Dakota provides adventures to remember.

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Prices for Charter Buses and Minibuses in Rapid City

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$110 - $170
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$105 - $160
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Prices displayed here are estimates and may not reflect the price of your bus rental. The only way to get an accurate quote is to call our 24-hour team at 1-800-436-8719.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answer is: it depends. When you call one of our 24/7 reservation specialists with your trip details, they will build a quote for you based on a few factors, including how far you'll be traveling, which bus you rent, how many hours or days you will need the rental, and where and when you will be picked up. Depending on your trip itinerary, your rental cost will be broken down by hour, day, or mile.

You can learn more on our charter bus pricing page, and your reservation specialist will be happy to break down pricing further when you call.

Our network offers full-size charter buses, minibus rentals, and sprinter vans. Full-size charter bus rentals are great for larger groups or longer distance trips and can accommodate up to 56 passengers, while minibus rentals work well for medium-sized groups of 12 to 25 passengers. Groups even smaller than that can rent a sprinter van, which comfortably accommodates up to 12 people.

Visit our buses page to learn more about the charter bus options available in Shofur's network.

Every bus model in our network comes with their own special amenities and capabilities, including but not limited to:

  • WiFi and/or power outlets
  • A/C and heating
  • TV monitors and a DVD player
  • Onboard restrooms
  • AM/FM radio
  • Overhead storage bins
  • Luggage bays
  • ADA accessible features

If you have a specific amenity request, be sure to let your reservation specialist know and they will be happy to work with you to find the best bus for your group.

When you call to get a free, no-obligation quote, you will get a number that is transparent and all-inclusive. Below is a list of components your quote covers:

  • The bus itself
  • A professional charter bus driver
  • The bus's mileage and fuel
  • Insurance
  • Tolls
  • Processing fees

Remember that your quote will not include certain aspects that are out of Shofur's control or at your own discretion, such as:

  • Gratuity for your driver (at your discretion, typically 5-10% of the total cost of the rental)
  • Parking fees
  • Lodging for your driver (required for multi-day trips)

No. Your professional, trained, and highly experienced charter bus driver will take care of all the driving so you can sit back and relax during your journey. Each charter bus driver has undergone numerous background checks and driving tests to ensure their safety and expertise.

Yes. A fee of 10% of the total cost of the trip is due at the time of your booking.

Your rental will need to be paid in full 7 days before your trip date.

Most charter bus providers will allow you to drink on your bus. However, be sure to let your reservation specialist know so that they can determine for sure. Also, be mindful about not leaving a mess behind, or you may be subject to a cleaning fee that is usually $250.