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Transportation & Car Rentals in South Dakota

Need a ride while you're exploring the scenic roads of South Dakota?

Check out our car rental listings to make sure you're never without wheels here in The Mount Rushmore State. We’ve got some options that’ll make sure your adventure goes just as planned. Buckle up and enjoy the ride — mile markers, scenic vistas and roadside attractions await!

Major Car Rental Companies

Whether you're flying into South Dakota or planning a road trip across the state, renting a car is a convenient way to explore everything from the wide-open prairies to the Black Hills. Major rental companies, including Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, Budget, National and Alamo, offer options at select locations throughout the state, including Rapid City Regional Airport and Sioux Falls Regional Airport.

Local Car Rental Options

Rapid City has a number of local rental spots, including Black Hills Car Rentals, Team Car Rentals (which also operates in Hill City), and Casey’s Auto Rental. In Sioux Falls, you can rent from Vern Eide Auto Rentals.

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ABS Travel Group

ABS Travel Group offers premium, half-day sightseeing tours in the Black Hills (Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, the northern Hills, Deadwood and Custer State Park), private charters and much more. With more than 15 years of experience, ABS can help you with your every need. Full itinerary planning and receptive work is offered as well. So, call us today - welcome to our world of travel!

Black Hills Car Rentals

Black Hills Car Rentals in Rapid City is here for you with clean, nonsmoking, late model cars, minivans, sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks and 15-passenger vans. From a one-day economy car rental to a weekly 15-passenger van rental, we can help solve your rental needs. We offer free customer pick up and drop off from/to area locations, as well as options for after hours pick up and drop off. Our office hours are 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday.

Vern Eide Auto Rentals

You’re not just renting a vehicle from Vern Eide Auto Rentals, you’re renting peace of mind because our vehicles are factory serviced and are under factory warranty. By renting through Vern Eide Auto Rentals in Sioux Falls, you can avoid long lines and receive a friendly and personal rental experience. Standard rentals come with 300 miles per day, but you have the option of choosing unlimited mileage for an additional price per day (based on the class of vehicle). Our drop off experience is also convenient, with customers having the option to drop their rental vehicle off when it fits their schedule, even if it’s after our normal hours of operation. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Casey's Auto Rental

At Casey's Auto Rental in Rapid City, we offer a wide variety of rental cars whether you're touring the Black Hills on vacation or have family and friends visiting and need a bigger vehicle, we have your needs covered. Our inventory includes 15-passenger vans, 12-passenger vans, standard SUVs, premium SUVs, and a wheelchair-accessible van. We offer free pick up within 10 miles, so if you're at an area campground or local motel or hotel, we can pick you up. We also offer after hours pick up (for a fee).

Black Hills Visitor Information Center

We are located on Interstate 90 at exit 61 on the eastern edge of Rapid City. The Black Hills Visitor Information Center is your one-stop-shop for planning your Black Hills and Badlands adventure. We offer a wide variety of resources and information to help you get the most out of your trip, including free travel guides, maps, and brochures. The friendly and knowledgeable staff can provide personalized recommendations based on your interests and needs. They can also help with trip planning, itinerary creation, and reservation assistance. Our Gift Shop features a diverse selection of souvenirs and gifts to commemorate your vacation, including locally made South Dakota products. We are open year-round and our hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week.

Shebby Lee Tours

For more than 40 years, Shebby Lee Tours of Rapid City has developed a reputation for providing quality tour programs that provide more than just a scenic overview of an area. Since 1978, we have specialized in the historic and cultural heritage of the Great American West. This is where you can stand in awe at the foot of Mount Rushmore, take a jeep ride among a herd of wild buffalo, or walk along the cobbled streets of an Old West mining town, where gold and guns were a way of life. Our multi-day tours include options such as the "Lewis & Clark Trail" tour and the "Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup" tour. We also offer specialized tours for groups of 20 or more.

Car-Sharing Services

Turo does for rental cars what AirBNB does for accommodations. The car-sharing services act as online brokers for vehicle rentals, allowing anyone meeting specific requirements to rent out a vehicle. When considering rental options, check out one of these services to keep your trip right on schedule.

RV options

There are also similar options for RVs. Both Outdoorsy and RVshare have business models focused on connecting travelers and RV owners.

Tour companies

Make your vacation extra relaxing by letting someone else do the driving. Affordable Adventures will get you where you want to go, thanks to top-rated guides and unmatched service.

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