How far is Ida Grove, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Ida Grove, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 224.4 miles (361.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 197.3 miles (317.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 02m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ida Grove and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ida Grove and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on 2nd Street
34 m · 8 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
80 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Moorehead Avenue
2994 ft · 1 min · Moorehead Avenue
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
1584 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Keystone Avenue
1198 ft · 29 sec · Keystone Avenue
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Turn right onto 240th Street
2 mi · 4 min · 240th Street
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Turn left onto Market Avenue
8.2 mi · 11 min · Market Avenue
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Turn right onto 160th Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · 160th Street
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Continue on 220th Street
165.9 mi · 3 hr 11 min · 220th Street
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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 Ida Grove and Cedar Rapids.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
166 mi · 03h 11m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ida Grove and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ida Grove to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 224.4 miles (361.2 km) and usually takes 03h 31m 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?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.2 miles from Ida Grove and 113.2 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 197.3 miles (317.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 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 9:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.87 one way or $59.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ida Grove and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ida Grove and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 197.35 mi (317.6 km).
#1 Ida Grove
City in Ida County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,037 |
| Coordinates | 42.3449900, -95.4716700 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| 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: 361 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 47m |
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 | $29.87 | $59.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.68 | $67.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.86 | $73.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.01 | $84.02 |
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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