Cedar Rapids to Fond du Lac: Road Trip Guide & Distance

203 miles 326.7 km · straight line
253.8 miles estimated 408.4 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Fond du Lac?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Fond du Lac is 203 miles (326.7 km) as the crow flies. Fond du Lac is located NE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 253.8 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Fond du Lac 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 Rapids and Fond du Lac. 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 Rapids to Fond du Lac

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Fond du Lac

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Fond du Lac
43.77°N, 88.44°W
America/Chicago
232m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients