How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Arnolds Park, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Arnolds Park, IA is about 261.7 miles (421.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.3 miles (322.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 20m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Arnolds Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Arnolds Park.
-
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
604 ft · 32 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
-
2
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
56 m · 13 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
-
3
Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · 32nd Street Northeast
-
4
Take the ramp right
1233 ft · 30 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
48.3 mi · 53 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
147.7 mi · 2 hr 50 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward IA 471 South, US 71 NORTH: Early, Storm Lake
1974 ft · 57 sec
-
8
Turn right
45.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
-
9
Turn right onto 11th Street Southwest
2694 ft · 1 min · 11th Street Southwest
-
10
Turn left onto 4th Avenue Southwest
2608 ft · 54 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
-
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto 4th Street Southwest
1691 ft · 41 sec · 4th Street Southwest
-
12
Turn left onto South Grand Avenue
1961 ft · 1 min · South Grand Avenue
-
13
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
119 m · 10 sec · West 2nd Street
-
14
Turn right onto 1st Avenue West
2264 ft · 47 sec · 1st Avenue West
-
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto West 8th Street
117 m · 15 sec · West 8th Street
-
16
Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
-
17
Continue on Highway Boulevard
15.4 mi · 23 min · Highway Boulevard
-
18
Turn right onto Linden Drive
535 ft · 22 sec · Linden Drive
-
19
Turn left onto Iowa Street
792 ft · 37 sec · Iowa Street
-
20
Turn right onto Kruse Beach
38 m · 6 sec · Kruse Beach
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kruse Beach
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Arnolds Park.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
148 mi · 02h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cedar Rapids and Chance Rain Showers near Arnolds Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Arnolds Park?
The road trip is about 261.7 miles (421.2 km) and usually takes 05h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Webster City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.7 miles from Cedar Rapids and 131 miles from Arnolds Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.3 miles (322.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.84 one way or $69.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cedar Rapids and Chance Rain Showers near Arnolds Park.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Arnolds Park. Straight-line distance: 200.27 mi (322.31 km).
#1 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 134,027 |
| Coordinates | 42.0083300, -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arnolds Park
City in Dickinson County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,354 |
| Coordinates | 43.3727400, -95.1238800 |
| Altitude | 434 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arnolds Park (-95.12388, 43.37274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 421 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $34.84 | $69.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.30 | $78.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.00 | $86.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.01 | $98.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Iowa · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.