Cedar Rapids to Lake in the Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.3 miles 274.1 km · straight line
212.9 miles estimated 342.6 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Lake in the Hills?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Lake in the Hills is 170.3 miles (274.1 km) as the crow flies. Lake in the Hills is located E of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.9 miles, taking about 4h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Lake in the Hills in Illinois.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids and Lake in the Hills. 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 Lake in the Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Lake in the Hills

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Lake in the Hills
42.18°N, 88.33°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients