Cedar Rapids to Macomb: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.4 miles 190.5 km · straight line
147.9 miles estimated 238.1 km · driving distance
2h 59min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Macomb?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Macomb is 118.4 miles (190.5 km) as the crow flies. Macomb is located SSE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.9 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Macomb 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 Macomb. 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 Macomb

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 59min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 35min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 50min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Macomb

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Macomb
40.46°N, 90.67°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 210.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients