How far is Humboldt, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Humboldt, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 167.8 miles (270.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 24m 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 02h 42m.
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 Grundy 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 Humboldt and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on the route
65 m · 18 sec
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
64 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto Sumner Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Sumner Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue Southwest
155 m · 16 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto 13th Street South
1.6 km · 2 min · 13th Street South
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Continue on Lincoln Avenue
18.5 mi · 26 min · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto US 20 East
2190 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
103.2 mi · 1 hr 59 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 Humboldt 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
103 mi · 01h 59m
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.
Sunny leaving Humboldt and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Humboldt to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 167.8 miles (270.1 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Wellsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.9 miles from Humboldt and 84 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.6 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 1:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.32 one way or $44.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Humboldt and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Humboldt and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 140.18 mi (225.6 km).
#1 Humboldt
City in Iowa
| Population | 4,544 |
| Coordinates | 42.7208000, -94.2152400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| 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: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 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 | $22.32 | $44.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.18 | $50.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.55 | $55.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.40 | $62.80 |
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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