How far is Monona, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Monona, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 90.4 miles (145.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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 01h 44m.
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 Delaware County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monona and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monona and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on East Iowa Street
49 m · 8 sec · East Iowa Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 13
20.9 mi · 29 min · State Highway 13
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Turn left onto Crystal Road
8.3 mi · 13 min · Crystal Road
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Turn left onto 398th Street
1683 ft · 1 min · 398th Street
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Turn sharp right onto State Highway 3
2924 ft · 52 sec · State Highway 3
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Turn left onto State Highway 13
9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on North Franklin Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Franklin Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 13
14.8 mi · 20 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on Marion Road
19.5 mi · 25 min · Marion Road
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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 Monona and Cedar Rapids.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 13
Turn right onto State Highway 13
21 mi · 00h 29m
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 Monona 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 Monona to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 90.4 miles (145.5 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.7 miles from Monona and 45.7 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.03 one way or $24.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monona and Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monona and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 73.25 mi (117.88 km).
#1 Monona
Township in Clayton County, Iowa
| Population | 1,462 |
| Coordinates | 43.0516500, -91.3893000 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| 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: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.03 | $24.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.57 | $27.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.85 | $29.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.92 | $33.84 |
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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