Iowa City to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Iowa City from Wausau?

The distance from Iowa City to Wausau is 247.1 miles (397.6 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located NNE of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 308.8 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Iowa City in Iowa and Wausau 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.

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