Cedar Falls to Waukesha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.3 miles 348.1 km · straight line
270.4 miles estimated 435.1 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Waukesha?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Waukesha is 216.3 miles (348.1 km) as the crow flies. Waukesha is located E of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.4 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Waukesha 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Falls and Waukesha. 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 Waukesha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Waukesha

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Waukesha
43.01°N, 88.23°W
America/Chicago
248m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients