Cedar Falls to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.8 miles 321.5 km · straight line
241.5 miles actual route 388.6 km · driving distance
4h 47min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Omaha?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Omaha is 199.8 miles (321.5 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located WSW of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.5 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Omaha in Nebraska.

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. 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. 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 Omaha. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 47min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 44min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 33min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Omaha

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM