How far is Mechanicsville, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Mechanicsville, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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 Linn County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mechanicsville and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mechanicsville and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on South John Street
13 m · 7 sec · South John Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
989 ft · 25 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Madison Street
1004 ft · 24 sec · South Madison Street
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Turn right onto Lincoln Highway
15.1 mi · 18 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151 North, IA 13 North: Marion
2315 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Lakeside Rd
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lakeside Rd
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Continue on 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 Mechanicsville 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.
Lincoln Highway
Turn right onto Lincoln Highway
15.1 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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?
Bertram is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.1 miles from Mechanicsville and 13.2 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.51 one way or $7.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Mechanicsville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cedar Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Bertram
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mechanicsville and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 21.26 mi (34.21 km).
#1 Mechanicsville
Human settlement in Cedar County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,116 |
| Coordinates | 41.9044600, -91.2546100 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| 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: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.51 | $7.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.96 | $7.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
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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