Cedar Falls to Naperville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226 miles 363.7 km · straight line
282.5 miles estimated 454.6 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Naperville?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Naperville is 226 miles (363.7 km) as the crow flies. Naperville is located ESE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 282.5 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Naperville 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Falls and Naperville. 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 Cedar Falls to Naperville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Naperville

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Naperville
41.79°N, 88.15°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients