How far is Corydon, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Corydon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 168.1 miles (270.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.5 miles (197.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corydon and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corydon and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on South Franklin Street
26 m · 6 sec · South Franklin Street
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
140 m · 13 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto South Lafayette Street
140 m · 13 sec · South Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto East Jackson Street
74 m · 6 sec · East Jackson Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Washington Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
16.5 mi · 24 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on Main Street
2303 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn straight onto State Highway 14
150 m · 8 sec · State Highway 14
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Continue on Woodlawn Avenue
948 ft · 21 sec · Woodlawn Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South 7th Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South 7th Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
23.2 mi · 34 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on South Lincoln Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · South Lincoln Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
12.5 mi · 19 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on South Monroe Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Monroe Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
10.8 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
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Take the ramp right
1686 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
73.9 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
2413 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
21.6 mi · 25 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
1360 ft · 36 sec · 29th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
1324 ft · 29 sec · Oakland Road Northeast
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Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 km · 1 min · 32nd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
56 m · 10 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
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Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
54 m · 8 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
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Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
130 m · 19 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corydon and Cedar Rapids.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 14
Merge slight left
73.9 mi · 01h 19m
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 Rain Showers leaving Corydon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corydon to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 168.1 miles (270.6 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Oakland Acres is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.1 miles from Corydon and 84.1 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.5 miles (197.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.6 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.36 one way or $44.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Corydon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Oakland Acres
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oakland Acres.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corydon and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 122.53 mi (197.19 km).
#1 Corydon
Township in Wayne County, Iowa
| Population | 1,593 |
| Coordinates | 40.7569500, -93.3188200 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 134,027 |
| Coordinates | 42.0083300, -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tiperary Drive Northeast (-91.643986, 42.00833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 271 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.36 | $44.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.45 | $62.91 |
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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