Iowa City to Rolla: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from Rolla?

The distance from Iowa City to Rolla is 256.6 miles (413 km) as the crow flies. Rolla is located S of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.8 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa and Rolla in Missouri.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Iowa City and Rolla. 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.