Bettendorf to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

67 miles 107.9 km · straight line
83.8 miles estimated 134.9 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
300° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Bettendorf to Cedar Rapids is 67 miles (107.9 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located WNW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 83.8 miles, taking about 1h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf to Cedar Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 36min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Cedar Rapids

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Explore more routes from Cedar Rapids

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 371.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients