Cedar Falls to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.5 miles 184.2 km · straight line
143.1 miles estimated 230.3 km · driving distance
2h 53min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Owatonna?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Owatonna is 114.5 miles (184.2 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located NNW of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.1 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Owatonna in Minnesota.

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 Owatonna. 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 Owatonna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 53min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 28min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 44min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Owatonna

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Owatonna
44.08°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
351m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 217.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients