Cedar Rapids to Denver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

713.9 miles 1148.9 km · straight line
792.9 miles actual route 1276.1 km · driving distance
14h 2min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Denver?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Denver is 713.9 miles (1148.9 km) as the crow flies. Denver is located W of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 792.9 miles, taking about 14h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Denver in Colorado.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids and Denver. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Rapids to Denver

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 2min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 50min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~18h 15min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Denver

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 238 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM