How far is Oskaloosa, IA from Cedar Falls, IA?
The driving distance from Oskaloosa, IA to Cedar Falls, IA is about 100.8 miles (162.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.7 miles (137.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 59m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oskaloosa and Cedar Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oskaloosa and Cedar Falls.
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Start on the route
17 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto A Avenue East
52 m · 7 sec · A Avenue East
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Turn right onto North Market Street
11.7 mi · 17 min · North Market Street
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Continue on South Main Street
2646 ft · 47 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Market Street
22 mi · 33 min · East Market Street
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Continue on 120th Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · 120th Street
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Turn left onto 380th Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · 380th Avenue
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Turn right onto 100th Street
8 mi · 12 min · 100th Street
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Continue on J Avenue
6.3 mi · 9 min · J Avenue
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Continue on State Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Street
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Turn left onto West 13th Street
1334 ft · 25 sec · West 13th Street
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Turn right onto Harding Street
2225 ft · 38 sec · Harding Street
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Continue on South County Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · South County Road
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Continue on J Avenue
11.8 mi · 18 min · J Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right
21.2 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto South Hudson Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · South Hudson Road
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Turn right onto Greenhill Road
1 km · 1 min · Greenhill Road
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Turn left onto Avenue of the Saints
1.5 mi · 2 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward 18th Street, Waterloo Road
1305 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Waterloo Road
909 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Waterloo Road
2180 ft · 46 sec · Waterloo Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
6 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oskaloosa and Cedar Falls.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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Turn right onto East Market Street
22 mi · 00h 33m
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 Oskaloosa and Mostly Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oskaloosa to Cedar Falls?
The road trip is about 100.8 miles (162.3 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Tama is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.1 miles from Oskaloosa and 50.8 miles from Cedar Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.7 miles (137.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oskaloosa and Mostly Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Tama
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 Oskaloosa and Cedar Falls. Straight-line distance: 85.69 mi (137.91 km).
#1 Oskaloosa
City in and the county seat of Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 11,803 |
| Coordinates | 41.2963900, -92.6443600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedar Falls
The largest city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,231 |
| Coordinates | 42.5277600, -92.4454700 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-92.44555, 42.52776)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.14 | $30.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
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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