Driving from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids lies 169 km (105 mi) east of Des Moines, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 18 min without stops, over roughly 206 km (128 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Des Moines | Cedar Rapids | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 214,133 | 130,405 |
| Elevation | 264 m (866 ft) | 251 m (823 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 50301–50983 | 52401–52499 |
Where to book car hire from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids
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Staying in Cedar Rapids
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Common questions
How far is Cedar Rapids from Des Moines?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, east of Des Moines; by road roughly 206 km (128 mi).
How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Cedar Rapids by car?
About 2 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Des Moines and Cedar Rapids?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.