How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Tipton, IA?
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Tipton, IA is about 41 miles (66 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.3 miles (50.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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 00h 57m.
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
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City in Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Rapids and Tipton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids and Tipton.
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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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Continue on Lakeside Rd
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lakeside Rd
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East: Mount Vernon
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Freeway
21.7 mi · 28 min · Lincoln Freeway
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Turn right onto State Highway 38
7.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 38
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Continue on Cedar Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Cedar Street
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
15 m · 3 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn right
36 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Rapids and Tipton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lincoln Freeway
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Freeway
21.7 mi · 00h 28m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tipton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Rapids to Tipton?
The road trip is about 41 miles (66 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Lisbon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Cedar Rapids and 20.6 miles from Tipton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.3 miles (50.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.47 one way or $10.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tipton.
Stop Ideas Near Lisbon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Rapids and Tipton. Straight-line distance: 31.25 mi (50.29 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 Tipton
Town in Iowa
| Population | 3,178 |
| Coordinates | 41.7697400, -91.1279300 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tipton (-91.12793, 41.76974)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
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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