Cedar Falls to Palatine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.2 miles 365.6 km · straight line
284 miles estimated 457 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
96° E bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Palatine?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Palatine is 227.2 miles (365.6 km) as the crow flies. Palatine is located E of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Palatine 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 Palatine. 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 Palatine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Palatine

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Palatine
42.11°N, 88.03°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients