What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka is to drive which takes 6h 21m and costs $65 - $100.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Topeka?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Topeka is 442 miles. The road distance is 373.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka?

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Topeka is 373 miles. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 37+ hotels available in Topeka.

Cedar Rapids to Topeka - 7 ways to travel via train, car, bus, taxi, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka by car, bus, taxi, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Waterloocar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
4. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
9h 55m
$72–191
Drive 371.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Topekacar 371.1 mi
6h 21m
$68–98
Drive, taxi, train
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to NW Blvd & 72nd Streetcar
2. Take the taxi from Edison Jr. High School to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Topeka Stationtrain
12h 23m
$160–291
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane CID - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
7h 52m
$82–398
Drive, bus via Kansas City
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Waterloocar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
4. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 22m
$98–224
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CID - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 31m
$136–606
Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MLI - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 46m
$147–579

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) flights

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6h 18mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cedar Rapids to Topeka.

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Distance: 439.3 mi
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

There is no direct connection from Cedar Rapids to Topeka. However, you can drive to Waterloo, take the bus to Des Moines, take the bus to Kansas City, then take the bus to Topeka. Alternatively, you can drive to NW Blvd & 72nd Street, take the line 6 bus to Ground Transportation Center, take the line 7 bus to Rock Island, take the line 60 bus to Edison Jr. High School, take the taxi to Galesburg Amtrak Station, then take the train to Topeka Station.

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