Cedar Rapids to Salina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Salina?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Salina is 382.5 miles (615.6 km) as the crow flies. Salina is located WSW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459 miles, taking about 9h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Salina in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Salina. 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.