How far is Laurens, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Laurens, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 208 miles (334.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 40m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laurens and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurens and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on West Main Street
38 m · 8 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1402 ft · 39 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 10
1.4 km · 1 min · State Highway 10
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Continue on 450th Street
6.1 mi · 8 min · 450th Street
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Continue on Cummins Road
2 mi · 3 min · Cummins Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 220th Avenue
5.5 mi · 7 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Northwest 7th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest 7th Street
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.5 mi · 16 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
2317 ft · 39 sec · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on North East Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North East Street
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Marengo Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · Marshall Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 20 East
1749 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
128.2 mi · 2 hr 28 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 Laurens 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
128 mi · 02h 28m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Laurens and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laurens to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 208 miles (334.8 km) and usually takes 03h 20m 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?
Buckeye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.9 miles from Laurens and 104.1 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.68 one way or $55.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Laurens and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laurens and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 173.54 mi (279.28 km).
#1 Laurens
City in Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,126 |
| Coordinates | 42.8466400, -94.8519300 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| 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: 335 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $27.68 | $55.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.22 | $62.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.16 | $68.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.93 | $77.86 |
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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