Cedar Rapids to Wisconsin Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.2 miles 302.8 km · straight line
235.2 miles estimated 378.5 km · driving distance
4h 44min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Rapids from Wisconsin Rapids?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Wisconsin Rapids is 188.2 miles (302.8 km) as the crow flies. Wisconsin Rapids is located NNE of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.2 miles, taking about 4h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa and Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids. 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 Wisconsin Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 44min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 41min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 30min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar Rapids & Wisconsin Rapids

Quick Facts

Cedar Rapids
42.01°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
247m elevation
Wisconsin Rapids
44.38°N, 89.82°W
America/Chicago
313m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients