Cedar Rapids to Grand Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Grand Island?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Grand Island is 354.7 miles (570.8 km) as the crow flies. Grand Island is located W of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 425.6 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Grand Island in Nebraska.

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 Grand Island. 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.