Cedar Rapids to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cedar Rapids from Kansas City?
The distance from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City is 253.2 miles (407.5 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located SW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 313.5 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Kansas City in Missouri.
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. 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 Kansas City. 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 Kansas City
Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Kansas City
- 179 mi
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
- You could travel this distance about 98.3 times to circle the Earth's equator