How far is Marengo, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Marengo, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 39.9 miles (64.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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 00h 46m.
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
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City in Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marengo and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marengo and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on the route
41 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto West Marion Street
1663 ft · 1 min · West Marion Street
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Turn right onto Eastern Avenue
2975 ft · 1 min · Eastern Avenue
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto 220th Trail
7.2 mi · 11 min · 220th Trail
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Turn sharp left onto W Avenue
4.2 mi · 6 min · W Avenue
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Continue on 32nd Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · 32nd Avenue
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Continue on 1st Avenue
738 ft · 13 sec · 1st Avenue
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Continue on Co Trunk Rd E68
2273 ft · 43 sec · Co Trunk Rd E68
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Continue on Amana Road Southwest
3.4 mi · 5 min · Amana Road Southwest
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Continue on Williams Boulevard
3 mi · 4 min · Williams Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Williams Boulevard
26 m · 2 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Williams Boulevard
1594 ft · 25 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Continue on Williams Blvd
1 mi · 1 min · Williams Blvd
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Continue on Williams Boulevard Southwest
2 mi · 4 min · Williams Boulevard Southwest
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Continue on 1st Avenue West
1.2 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue West
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Turn left onto 3rd Street Southwest
17 m · 2 sec · 3rd Street Southwest
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 380 North, IA 27 North
1397 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
2 mi · 3 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
1360 ft · 36 sec · 29th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
1324 ft · 29 sec · Oakland Road Northeast
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Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 km · 1 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 Marengo 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.
220th Trail
Turn left onto 220th Trail
7.24 mi · 00h 11m
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 Marengo and Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marengo to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 39.9 miles (64.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Walford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.7 miles from Marengo and 22.2 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Marengo and Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Walford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marengo and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 26.32 mi (42.35 km).
#1 Marengo
Town and county of Iowa County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,466 |
| Coordinates | 41.7980600, -92.0707400 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| 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: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
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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