Cedar Rapids to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Milwaukee?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Milwaukee is 203.2 miles (327 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located ENE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

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 Milwaukee. 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.