Cedar Rapids to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

551.4 miles 887.4 km · straight line
664.7 miles actual route 1069.8 km · driving distance
11h 54min estimated drive time
$64 - $79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Oklahoma City is 551.4 miles (887.4 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located SW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 664.7 miles, taking about 11h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids and Oklahoma City. 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.

How to Get from Cedar Rapids to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 54min $64 - $79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 17min $53–$100* Budget
Train ~15h 28min $80–$233* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM