How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Oelwein, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Oelwein, IA is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48 miles (77.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m 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 01h 10m.
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.
Human settlement in Buchanan County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Oelwein.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Oelwein.
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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
20.4 mi · 22 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 150: Independence, Vinton
2017 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto 31st Avenue
3.6 mi · 5 min · 31st Avenue
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Continue on Jamestown Avenue
10.4 mi · 14 min · Jamestown Avenue
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Continue on 3rd Avenue Southeast
1.4 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto 1st Street East
647 ft · 18 sec · 1st Street East
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue Northeast
1.5 km · 1 min · 5th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Jamestown Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Jamestown Avenue
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Continue on Jackson Avenue
5 mi · 7 min · Jackson Avenue
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Continue on Main Street South
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street South
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Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Jackson Avenue
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Continue on Palace Road
1.6 km · 1 min · Palace Road
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Continue on Rock Island Road
2699 ft · 50 sec · Rock Island Road
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Turn left onto 10th Street Southeast
820 ft · 25 sec · 10th Street Southeast
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Turn right onto South Frederick Avenue
1 km · 1 min · South Frederick Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Frederick Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Oelwein.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
20.4 mi · 00h 22m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cedar Rapids and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Oelwein.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Oelwein?
The road trip is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Rowley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Cedar Rapids and 26.3 miles from Oelwein.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48 miles (77.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.98 one way or $13.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cedar Rapids and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Oelwein.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Oelwein. Straight-line distance: 47.96 mi (77.19 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 Oelwein
City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 5,789 |
| Coordinates | 42.6733200, -91.9135000 |
| Altitude | 319 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oelwein (-91.9135, 42.67332)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.87 | $15.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.81 | $19.62 |
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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