How far is Keokuk, IA from Cedar Falls, IA?
The driving distance from Keokuk, IA to Cedar Falls, IA is about 180.6 miles (290.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.1 miles (252.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Johnson County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Keokuk and Cedar Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keokuk and Cedar Falls.
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Start on Main Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
9.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the ramp right
2350 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
26.5 mi · 31 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
123 mi · 2 hr 19 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 Keokuk 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
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
123 mi · 02h 19m
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 Keokuk and Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Keokuk to Cedar Falls?
The road trip is about 180.6 miles (290.6 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
University Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.2 miles from Keokuk and 90.4 miles from Cedar Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.1 miles (252.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.02 one way or $48.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Keokuk and Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Stop Ideas Near University Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to University Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Keokuk and Cedar Falls. Straight-line distance: 157.11 mi (252.84 km).
#1 Keokuk
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 10,090 |
| Coordinates | 40.3972700, -91.3848700 |
| Altitude | 174 |
| 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: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.09 | $54.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.65 | $59.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.79 | $67.57 |
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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