Carbondale to Cedar Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carbondale from Cedar Rapids?

The distance from Carbondale to Cedar Rapids is 322.6 miles (519.1 km) as the crow flies. Cedar Rapids is located NNW of Carbondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 387.1 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Carbondale in Illinois and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carbondale 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.