Apple Valley, Minnesota to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

204.1 miles 328.5 km · straight line
255.1 miles estimated 410.6 km · driving distance
5h 8min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Apple Valley, Minnesota from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Apple Valley, Minnesota to Cedar Rapids is 204.1 miles (328.5 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located SSE of Apple Valley, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.1 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Apple Valley, Minnesota in Minnesota and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apple Valley, Minnesota 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 Apple Valley, Minnesota to Cedar Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 8min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 10min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 53min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apple Valley, Minnesota & Cedar Rapids

Quick Facts

Apple Valley, Minnesota
44.73°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
291m 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 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients