How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Iowa City, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City is 24.7 miles (39.74 km).
Flight distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Iowa City, IA is 24.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Iowa City, Iowa is: 31.63 miles (50.9 km) by car.
Driving from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City will take approximately 00 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Cedar Rapids is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Science and History.
| Population | 134027 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°0'30"N 91°38'39"W |
| Latitude | 42.0083300 |
| Longitude | -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in eastern Iowa. Iowa City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Iowa campus and the Iowa City Public Library.
| Population | 75130 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°39'40"N 91°31'49"W |
| Latitude | 41.6611300 |
| Longitude | -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Iowa City: South Gilbert Street (-91.530165,41.661126)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City
The distance between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City is 51 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 33 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. The current time is 11:23:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.22 liters (1.12 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City is $3.67 (diesel $5.19).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $3.67 | $4.02 | $4.54 | $5.19 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
