Cedar Falls to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

193.7 miles 311.8 km · straight line
242.2 miles estimated 389.8 km · driving distance
4h 52min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Watertown, Wisconsin is 193.7 miles (311.8 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ENE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242.2 miles, taking about 4h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Watertown, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

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 Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 52min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 50min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 37min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients