Cedar Rapids to Kitchener: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Kitchener?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Kitchener is 573.1 miles (922.3 km) as the crow flies. Kitchener is located ENE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 687.7 miles, taking about 13h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Cedar Rapids is in Iowa, United States, while Kitchener is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids and Kitchener. 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.