Cedar Falls to Galesburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Falls from Galesburg?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Galesburg is 152.8 miles (245.9 km) as the crow flies. Galesburg is located SE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Galesburg in Illinois.

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. 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 Cedar Falls and Galesburg. 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.