Austin, Minnesota to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Cedar Rapids is 132.9 miles (213.9 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located SSE of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.2 miles, taking about 3h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Austin, 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, 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.