How far is Emmetsburg, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Emmetsburg, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Emmetsburg and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emmetsburg and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on 8th Street
27 m · 6 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto Lawler Street
101 m · 14 sec · Lawler Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1026 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Broadway Street
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Continue on 460th Avenue
13 mi · 18 min · 460th Avenue
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.1 mi · 15 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Northwest 7th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest 7th Street
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.5 mi · 16 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
2317 ft · 39 sec · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on North East Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North East Street
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Marengo Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · Marshall Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 20 East
1749 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
128.2 mi · 2 hr 28 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
42.3 mi · 46 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1398 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
37 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi · 2 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 Emmetsburg 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.
US 20 East
Merge slight left
128 mi · 02h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Emmetsburg 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 Emmetsburg to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km) and usually takes 03h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Buckeye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.2 miles from Emmetsburg and 109.5 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.4 miles (277.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.11 one way or $58.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Emmetsburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Emmetsburg and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 172.44 mi (277.52 km).
#1 Emmetsburg
City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,667 |
| Coordinates | 43.1127400, -94.6830400 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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: 352 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $29.11 | $58.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.83 | $65.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.95 | $81.89 |
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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