Beloit to Cedar Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

173.9 miles 279.8 km · straight line
217.4 miles estimated 349.8 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Beloit from Cedar Falls?

The distance from Beloit to Cedar Falls is 173.9 miles (279.8 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Falls is located W of Beloit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.4 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Beloit 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. 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 Beloit 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 Beloit to Cedar Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Beloit & Cedar Falls

Quick Facts

Beloit
42.51°N, 89.03°W
America/Chicago
229m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients