How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Elkader, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Elkader, IA is about 71.2 miles (114.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Delaware County, Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Elkader.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Elkader.
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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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Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
1 km · 1 min · East Post Road Southeast
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
34.3 mi · 45 min
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Franklin Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Franklin Street
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Continue on State Highway 13
9.8 mi · 14 min · State Highway 13
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Turn right onto State Highway 3
2924 ft · 53 sec · State Highway 3
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Turn sharp left onto 398th Street
1683 ft · 1 min · 398th Street
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Turn right onto Crystal Road
8.3 mi · 13 min · Crystal Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 13
8.6 mi · 12 min · State Highway 13
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Turn left onto Strawberry Point Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Strawberry Point Road
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Continue on South 1st Street
1177 ft · 20 sec · South 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Elkader.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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34.3 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Sunny leaving Cedar Rapids and Sunny near Elkader.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Elkader?
The road trip is about 71.2 miles (114.6 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Ryan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Cedar Rapids and 35.6 miles from Elkader.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cedar Rapids and Sunny near Elkader.
Stop Ideas Near Ryan
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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 Elkader. Straight-line distance: 59.68 mi (96.04 km).
#1 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 134,027 |
| Coordinates | 42.0083300, -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkader (-91.40542, 42.85387)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.47 | $18.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
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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