Cedar Falls to Wisconsin Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

183.9 miles 295.9 km · straight line
229.8 miles estimated 369.9 km · driving distance
4h 37min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from Wisconsin Rapids?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Wisconsin Rapids is 183.9 miles (295.9 km) as the crow flies. Wisconsin Rapids is located NE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 229.8 miles, taking about 4h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids. 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 Wisconsin Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 37min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 32min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 23min $28–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Falls & Wisconsin Rapids

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Wisconsin Rapids
44.38°N, 89.82°W
America/Chicago
313m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 61 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 135.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients