How far is Maquoketa, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Maquoketa, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 57.4 miles (92.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Jones County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maquoketa and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maquoketa and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on South Main Street
38 m · 10 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Platt Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Platt Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
8.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on Railroad Street
2.4 mi · 3 min · Railroad Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
6.1 mi · 9 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on Isabel Street
927 ft · 18 sec · Isabel Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
13.7 mi · 20 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on Highway 64 East
2558 ft · 47 sec · Highway 64 East
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Continue on East 3rd Street
937 ft · 25 sec · East 3rd Street
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Take the ramp left
1772 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
16.3 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto East Post Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Post Road
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Turn right onto 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi · 3 min · 30th Street Drive Southeast
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Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
2738 ft · 57 sec · 29th Street Drive Southeast
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Continue on 29th Street Northeast
1925 ft · 40 sec · 29th Street Northeast
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Turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
653 ft · 34 sec · Lindale Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Tiffany Drive Northeast
593 ft · 26 sec · Tiffany 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 Maquoketa 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.
East 3rd Street
Merge slight left
16.3 mi · 00h 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Maquoketa 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 Maquoketa to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 57.4 miles (92.3 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Anamosa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.6 miles from Maquoketa and 28.7 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.62 one way or $15.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Maquoketa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cedar Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Anamosa
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maquoketa and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 50.38 mi (81.08 km).
#1 Maquoketa
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 5,924 |
| Coordinates | 42.0689100, -90.6656900 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| 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: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.71 | $21.43 |
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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