How far is Hiawatha, IA from Cedar Falls, IA?
The driving distance from Hiawatha, IA to Cedar Falls, IA is about 59.3 miles (95.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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 00h 57m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hiawatha and Cedar Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hiawatha and Cedar Falls.
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Start on Heefner Street
53 m · 10 sec · Heefner Street
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Turn right onto 9th Avenue
120 m · 25 sec · 9th Avenue
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Turn left onto Blairs Ferry Road Northeast
1672 ft · 52 sec · Blairs Ferry Road Northeast
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Turn left onto I-380 south, IA 27 south: Waterloo
1093 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
46.6 mi · 51 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
6.9 mi · 8 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 27, IA 58 North: Cedar Falls
1460 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
79 m · 9 sec
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Turn right
4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 18th Street, Waterloo Road
1305 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Waterloo Road
909 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Waterloo Road
2180 ft · 46 sec · Waterloo Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
6 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hiawatha and Cedar Falls.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
46.6 mi · 00h 51m
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 Hiawatha and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hiawatha to Cedar Falls?
The road trip is about 59.3 miles (95.5 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?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.6 miles from Hiawatha and 29.8 miles from Cedar Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.88 one way or $15.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Hiawatha and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hiawatha and Cedar Falls. Straight-line distance: 51.75 mi (83.28 km).
#1 Hiawatha
City in Iowa
| Population | 7,466 |
| Coordinates | 42.0358300, -91.6821200 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedar Falls
The largest city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,231 |
| Coordinates | 42.5277600, -92.4454700 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-92.44555, 42.52776)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.73 | $19.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
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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