Akron to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

527.2 miles 848.4 km · straight line
632.6 miles estimated 1018.1 km · driving distance
12h 44min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Akron to Cedar Rapids is 527.2 miles (848.4 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 632.6 miles, taking about 12h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Cedar Rapids. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Cedar Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 44min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 17min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~16h 33min $76–$221* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Cedar Rapids

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 176 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients