How far is Saint Ansgar, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Saint Ansgar, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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 02h 16m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Ansgar and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Ansgar and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on Train Lane
18 m · 7 sec · Train Lane
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
2241 ft · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 218
10.6 mi · 15 min · United States Highway 218
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Continue on North 7th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North 7th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on County Road T42
3 mi · 4 min · County Road T42
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Turn right
11.4 mi · 16 min
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Take the ramp left toward US 18 east, US 218 south, IA 27 south: Waterloo
1648 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
49.3 mi · 57 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218 south: Waterloo
97 m · 8 sec
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Continue on US 218 south: Waterloo
1625 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Continue on Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
42.3 mi · 46 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1398 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
37 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi · 2 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 Saint Ansgar and Cedar Rapids.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
49.3 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Saint Ansgar and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Ansgar to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Janesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.4 miles from Saint Ansgar and 67.9 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.14 one way or $36.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Saint Ansgar and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Ansgar and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 114.67 mi (184.55 km).
#1 Saint Ansgar
City
| Population | 1,125 |
| Coordinates | 43.3783000, -92.9188100 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.46 | $40.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.39 | $44.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.51 | $51.02 |
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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