Cedar Rapids to Lafayette, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.1 miles 436.3 km · straight line
338.9 miles estimated 545.4 km · driving distance
6h 49min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Lafayette, Indiana?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Lafayette, Indiana is 271.1 miles (436.3 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Indiana is located ESE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 338.9 miles, taking about 6h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Lafayette, Indiana in Indiana.

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 Lafayette, Indiana. 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 Lafayette, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 49min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 11min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 29min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Lafayette, Indiana

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Lafayette, Indiana
40.42°N, 86.88°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
211m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients