Bozeman to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bozeman from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Bozeman to Cedar Rapids is 996.6 miles (1603.9 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located E of Bozeman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1196 miles, taking about 24h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 30min. Both are located in United States — Bozeman in Montana and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bozeman 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.