Blue Springs to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Blue Springs from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Blue Springs to Cedar Rapids is 248.8 miles (400.4 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located NNE of Blue Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Blue Springs in Missouri 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 Blue Springs 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.