Cedar Rapids to Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Fargo?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Fargo is 421.2 miles (677.9 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located NW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 505.5 miles, taking about 10h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Fargo in North Dakota.

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. 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 Fargo. 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.