How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Coo n Rapids, IA?

The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Coo n Rapids, IA is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 156.2 miles (251.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
173.62 mi
03h 37m
Flight
156.18 mi
251.35 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
156.18 mi
Kilometers
251.35 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
173.62 mi
Kilometers
279.41 km
Drive Time
03h 37m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 37m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Coo n Rapids
Thu, Apr 16, 5:25 AM CDT
Return by in Cedar Rapids
Thu, Apr 16, 9:03 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cedar Rapids
2026-04-16T01:47
Arrive Coo n Rapids
Thu, Apr 16, 5:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 37m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:38 AM to 11:38 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:44 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cedar Rapids
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
State Center
IA

City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America

From Cedar Rapids
86.6 mi
01h 48m
To Coo n Rapids
87 mi
01h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph W
Destination
47°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Coo n Rapids.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Coo n Rapids.

  1. 1

    Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast

    604 ft · 32 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast

  2. 2

    Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast

    56 m · 13 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast

    1.2 mi · 2 min · 32nd Street Northeast

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    1233 ft · 30 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints

    2842 ft · 41 sec · Avenue of the Saints

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward IA 100

    1797 ft · 38 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I-380 north, IA 27 north, IA 100 west: Waterloo

    764 ft · 21 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto I-380 south, IA 27 south, IA 100 west: Iowa City

    1801 ft · 46 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Collins Road Northeast

    8.2 mi · 9 min · Collins Road Northeast

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 218 North: Tama, Marshalltown

    1.2 km · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto 16th Avenue Southwest

    2.4 mi · 3 min · 16th Avenue Southwest

  12. 12

    Continue on 73rd Street

    24.4 mi · 28 min · 73rd Street

  13. 13

    Continue on Lincoln Highway

    78.3 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Lincoln Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on 220th Street

    39.1 mi · 52 min · 220th Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto E Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · E Avenue

  16. 16

    Continue on Locust Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Locust Street

  17. 17

    Continue on E Avenue

    9 mi · 13 min · E Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right onto 330th Street

    6 mi · 11 min · 330th Street

  19. 19

    Continue on County Highway E63

    1002 ft · 20 sec · County Highway E63

  20. 20

    Continue on Sumpter Avenue

    1577 ft · 33 sec · Sumpter Avenue

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1709 ft · 34 sec · Main Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Coo n Rapids.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
22 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Lincoln Highway
78.3 mi · 45%
220th Street
39.1 mi · 23%
73rd Street
24.4 mi · 14%
E Avenue
9.78 mi · 6%
Collins Road Northeast
8.16 mi · 5%
330th Street
5.99 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Lincoln Highway

Continue on Lincoln Highway

78.3 mi · 01h 31m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 37m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.4 mi
156.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
State Center
01h 48m from Cedar Rapids
Leave By
9:44 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Cedar Rapids and Mostly Clear near Coo n Rapids.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Coo n Rapids?

The road trip is about 173.6 miles (279.4 km) and usually takes 03h 37m 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?

State Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Cedar Rapids and 87 miles from Coo n Rapids.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 156.2 miles (251.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 9:44 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.98 one way or $51.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Cedar Rapids and Mostly Clear near Coo n Rapids.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Coo n Rapids. Straight-line distance: 156.18 mi (251.35 km).

Cedar Rapids

#1 Cedar Rapids

The second most populous city in Iowa.

Population134,027
Coordinates42.0083300, -91.6440700
Altitude247
CountryUnited States
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#2 Coo n Rapids

City in Carroll and Guthrie counties in the U.

Population1,221
Coordinates41.8708200, -94.6774800
Altitude358
CountryUnited States
Start: Cedar Rapids (-91.64407, 42.00833)
End: Coo n Rapids (-94.67748, 41.87082)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 279 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.89 gal
26.08 L · about $25.98
Round trip
$51.96
13.78 gal · 52.16 L
Estimated CO2
61.2 kg one way
Round trip: 122.5 kg / 270 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $25.98 $51.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $29.30 $58.61
Premium $4.65 $32.07 $64.13
Diesel $5.30 $36.54 $73.09

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

There is no time difference between Cedar Rapids and Coo n Rapids. The current time is 01:47:43.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.