Cedar Rapids to East Lansing: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cedar Rapids from East Lansing?
The distance from Cedar Rapids to East Lansing is 368.8 miles (593.6 km) as the crow flies. East Lansing is located E of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 442.6 miles, taking about 8h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and East Lansing in Michigan.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Rapids and East Lansing. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 123 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
- You could travel this distance about 67.5 times to circle the Earth's equator