How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Camanche, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Camanche, IA is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Camanche.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Camanche.
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Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
17 m · 3 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
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Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
537 ft · 25 sec · Tiffany Drive Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
653 ft · 34 sec · Lindale Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
1925 ft · 41 sec · 29th Street Northeast
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Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
2738 ft · 55 sec · 29th Street Drive Southeast
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Continue on 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · 30th Street Drive Southeast
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Continue on Lakeside Rd
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lakeside Rd
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East: Mount Vernon
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Freeway
51.3 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Lincoln Freeway
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Take the exit slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
14.6 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto Anamosa Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Anamosa Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 21st Street
1174 ft · 32 sec · 21st Street
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Continue on 9th Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · 9th Avenue
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Turn left onto South Washington Boulevard
885 ft · 24 sec · South Washington Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Camanche.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lincoln Freeway
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Freeway
51.3 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cedar Rapids and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Camanche.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Camanche?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km) and usually takes 01h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lowden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.7 miles from Cedar Rapids and 40.8 miles from Camanche.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Lowden
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Camanche. Straight-line distance: 72.98 mi (117.45 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 Camanche
City in Clinton County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 4,368 |
| Coordinates | 41.7880900, -90.2562400 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Camanche (-90.25624, 41.78809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.40 | $26.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.28 | $30.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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