How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Emmetsburg, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Emmetsburg, IA is about 218.9 miles (352.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 49m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Township in Hardin County, Iowa
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Emmetsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Emmetsburg.
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Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
604 ft · 32 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
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Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
56 m · 13 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
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Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · 32nd Street Northeast
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Take the ramp right
1233 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
48.3 mi · 53 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
122.5 mi · 2 hr 21 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 4: Rockwell City, Pocahontas
2133 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Marshall Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Marshall Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Marshall Avenue
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on South East Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South East Street
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
2317 ft · 39 sec · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.5 mi · 16 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Southwest 7th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Southwest 7th Street
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.1 mi · 15 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on 460th Avenue
13 mi · 18 min · 460th Avenue
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Continue on Broadway Street
1.6 km · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1026 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Lawler Street
101 m · 12 sec · Lawler Street
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Turn left onto 8th Street
27 m · 4 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Emmetsburg.
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
123 mi · 02h 21m
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 leaving Cedar Rapids and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Emmetsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Emmetsburg?
The road trip is about 218.9 miles (352.3 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Buckeye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.3 miles from Cedar Rapids and 109.6 miles from Emmetsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.11 one way or $58.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Rapids and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Emmetsburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Emmetsburg. Straight-line distance: 172.44 mi (277.52 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 Emmetsburg
City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,667 |
| Coordinates | 43.1127400, -94.6830400 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Emmetsburg (-94.68304, 43.11274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 352 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $29.11 | $58.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.83 | $65.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.95 | $81.89 |
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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