How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from La Porte City, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to La Porte City, IA is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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City in Benton County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and La Porte City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and La Porte City.
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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
32.1 mi · 35 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward CR V65: Jesup, La Porte City
2146 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto South Black Hawk Buchanan Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · South Black Hawk Buchanan Avenue
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Turn right onto Brandon Road
6.6 mi · 12 min · Brandon Road
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Continue on 8th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 8th Street
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Continue on Commercial Street
1052 ft · 19 sec · Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and La Porte City.
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
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
32.1 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cedar Rapids and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Porte City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to La Porte City?
The road trip is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Urbana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Cedar Rapids and 21.3 miles from La Porte City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Rapids and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Porte City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and La Porte City. Straight-line distance: 35.17 mi (56.6 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 La Porte City
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 2,240 |
| Coordinates | 42.3149900, -92.1921300 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Porte City (-92.19213, 42.31499)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.66 | $11.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
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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