How far is Independence, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Independence, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 37.9 miles (61 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.2 miles (55 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Benton County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on 5th Avenue Southeast
13 m · 9 sec · 5th Avenue Southeast
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Turn left onto 1st Street East
647 ft · 18 sec · 1st Street East
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Southeast
1.4 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue Southeast
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Continue on Jamestown Avenue
10.4 mi · 14 min · Jamestown Avenue
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Continue on 31st Avenue
3.8 mi · 5 min · 31st Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1474 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
20.2 mi · 22 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 Independence and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
20.2 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 37.9 miles (61 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Urbana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Independence and 19 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.2 miles (55 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.05 one way or $10.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Independence and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 34.19 mi (55.02 km).
#1 Independence
City in Iowa
| Population | 6,203 |
| Coordinates | 42.4686000, -91.8893400 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.05 | $10.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.70 | $11.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.11 | $14.21 |
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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