How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Eagle Grove, IA?

The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Eagle Grove, IA is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 124 miles (199.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
148.86 mi
02h 56m
Flight
124.01 mi
199.58 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
124.01 mi
Kilometers
199.58 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
148.86 mi
Kilometers
239.56 km
Drive Time
02h 56m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eagle Grove
Thu, Apr 16, 4:43 AM CDT
Return by in Cedar Rapids
Thu, Apr 16, 7:39 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 Eagle Grove
Thu, Apr 16, 4:43 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:56 AM to 12:56 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cedar Rapids
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Holland
IA

City in Iowa, United States

From Cedar Rapids
74.3 mi
01h 28m
To Eagle Grove
74.6 mi
01h 28m

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
77°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Eagle Grove.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Eagle Grove.

  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

    48.3 mi · 53 min · Avenue of the Saints

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints

    83.2 mi · 1 hr 36 min · Avenue of the Saints

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward IA 17 North

    2130 ft · 53 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Stagecoach Road

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Stagecoach Road

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street

    2135 ft · 39 sec · 220th Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Stagecoach Road

    5.9 mi · 9 min · Stagecoach Road

  11. 11

    Continue on State Highway 17

    6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 17

  12. 12

    Continue on South Commercial Avenue

    1.4 km · 1 min · South Commercial Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn right onto West Broadway Street

    9 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Eagle Grove.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Avenue of the Saints
132 mi · 88%
Stagecoach Road
7.41 mi · 5%
State Highway 17
6.7 mi · 4%
32nd Street Northeast
1.41 mi · 1%
South Commercial Avenue
0.84 mi · 1%
220th Street
0.4 mi
Longest Stretch

Avenue of the Saints

Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints

83.2 mi · 01h 36m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.9 mi
124 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Holland
01h 28m from Cedar Rapids
Leave By
12:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Cedar Rapids and Sunny near Eagle Grove.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Eagle Grove?

The road trip is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?

Holland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.3 miles from Cedar Rapids and 74.6 miles from Eagle Grove.

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

The direct path is about 124 miles (199.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 12:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.80 one way or $39.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Cedar Rapids and Sunny near Eagle Grove.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Eagle Grove. Straight-line distance: 124.01 mi (199.58 km).

Cedar Rapids

#1 Cedar Rapids

The second most populous city in Iowa.

Population134,027
Coordinates42.0083300, -91.6440700
Altitude247
CountryUnited States
Eagle Grove

#2 Eagle Grove

City in Wright County, Iowa, United States

Population3,367
Coordinates42.6641400, -93.9043900
Altitude340
CountryUnited States
Start: Cedar Rapids (-91.64407, 42.00833)
End: Eagle Grove (-93.90439, 42.66414)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 240 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.25 gal
19.88 L · about $19.80
Round trip
$39.60
10.5 gal · 39.76 L
Estimated CO2
46.7 kg one way
Round trip: 93.3 kg / 206 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.80 $39.60
Mid-grade $4.25 $22.33 $44.66
Premium $4.65 $24.43 $48.87
Diesel $5.30 $27.85 $55.69

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 Eagle Grove. The current time is 01:47:12.

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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.