Appleton to Cedar Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.1 miles 378.4 km · straight line
293.9 miles estimated 473 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Cedar Falls?

The distance from Appleton to Cedar Falls is 235.1 miles (378.4 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Falls is located WSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293.9 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Cedar Falls 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. 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 Appleton and Cedar Falls. 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 Appleton to Cedar Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Cedar Falls

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients