How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Monona, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Monona, IA is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 15m 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 02h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Delaware County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Monona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Monona.
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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
20.9 mi · 29 min · State Highway 13
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Iowa Street
49 m · 3 sec · East Iowa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Iowa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Monona.
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
Turn left
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 Monona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Monona?
The road trip is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.7 miles from Cedar Rapids and 44.7 miles from Monona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 2:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.88 one way or $23.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cedar Rapids and Sunny near Monona.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Monona. Straight-line distance: 73.25 mi (117.88 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 Monona
Township in Clayton County, Iowa
| Population | 1,462 |
| Coordinates | 43.0516500, -91.3893000 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monona (-91.3893, 43.05165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.40 | $26.79 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
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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