A motorcycle soars over a line of cars during an event at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Sturgis, SD.

Getting to Sturgis

Road to the Rally
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The journey to Sturgis begins long before the rally.

Whether you're joining your fellow bikers on the road, shipping your bike and flying in or looking for motorcycle rentals in the Black Hills, we've got your travel needs covered.

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Best Routes to Sturgis

No matter which direction you're coming from, the road to Sturgis is lined with scenic sights, tasty bites and plenty of classic Americana. Choose your starting point and pick your route, from highway hauls to backroad rambles.

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Airports Near Sturgis

If road-tripping to Sturgis isn’t an option, Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) offers direct flights from 10 U.S. cities and is just a 30-minute ride from Sturgis. Keep scrolling this page for more info about renting a bike locally or shipping your motorcycle to Rapid City.

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Motorcycle Rentals Near Sturgis

It’s incredibly easy to rent a bike locally for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. EagleRider, the world’s largest motorcycle rental company, has a location right at the Rapid City Airport. Be sure to book as far in advance as possible to ensure bike availability.

See current bike rental prices and availability

Other bike rental outfits in the Black Hills include Northern Black Hills Rentals in Rapid City and Indian Motorcycles in Sturgis.

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Motorcycle Shipping

If you're planning to BYOB (bring your own bike, that is), look into a motorcycle shipping service like Shiply, UShip or Motorcycle Shippers. It can take several weeks to have your bike transported through most national shipping companies, so plan accordingly.

Read more about shipping your bike to Sturgis

EXPERIENCE THE RALLY

Concerts, motocross races and more adventures await at this year's Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Say #HiFromSD to share your event memories!

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