Cedar Falls to West Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.2 miles 360.8 km · straight line
280.2 miles estimated 451 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from West Bend?

The distance from Cedar Falls to West Bend is 224.2 miles (360.8 km) as the crow flies. West Bend is located ENE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.2 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and West Bend 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 West Bend. 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 West Bend

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & West Bend

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
West Bend
43.43°N, 88.18°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients