Cedar Rapids to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.4 miles 272.6 km · straight line
211.8 miles estimated 340.8 km · driving distance
4h 16min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Watertown, Wisconsin is 169.4 miles (272.6 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ENE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.8 miles, taking about 4h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Watertown, Wisconsin 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 Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 16min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 7min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 3min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients