Cedar Falls to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

219 miles 352.4 km · straight line
273.7 miles estimated 440.5 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Wausau?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Wausau is 219 miles (352.4 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located NE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 273.7 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Wausau 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 Wausau. 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 Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Wausau

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients