How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Oakland, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Oakland, IA is about 119.4 miles (192.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.1 miles (161.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Oakland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Oakland.
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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
56.7 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward CR S27: Alden, Buckeye
1800 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto County Highway S27
4.6 mi · 8 min · County Highway S27
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Turn left onto State Highway 941
2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 941
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Turn right onto D Avenue
2.9 mi · 7 min · D Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hardin Street
1 mi · 2 min · Hardin Street
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Turn right onto Dogwood Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Dogwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Oakland Drive
919 ft · 40 sec · Oakland Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oakland Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Oakland.
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
56.7 mi · 01h 05m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Oakland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Oakland?
The road trip is about 119.4 miles (192.1 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.6 miles from Cedar Rapids and 59.8 miles from Oakland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.1 miles (161.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.88 one way or $31.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Rapids and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Oakland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Oakland. Straight-line distance: 100.1 mi (161.1 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 Oakland
City located in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,491 |
| Coordinates | 42.5810900, -93.4432600 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakland (-93.44326, 42.58109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.88 | $31.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.91 | $35.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.59 | $39.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.33 | $44.66 |
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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