Cedar Rapids to Ramsey, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.2 miles 389.8 km · straight line
302.8 miles estimated 487.3 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Ramsey, Minnesota?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Ramsey, Minnesota is 242.2 miles (389.8 km) as the crow flies. Ramsey, Minnesota is located NNW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.8 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Ramsey, Minnesota in Minnesota.

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. 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 Ramsey, Minnesota. 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 Ramsey, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Ramsey, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Ramsey, Minnesota
45.26°N, 93.45°W
America/Chicago
267m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients