How far is Sergeant Bluff, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Sergeant Bluff, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 265.6 miles (427.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 242.8 miles (390.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sergeant Bluff and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sergeant Bluff and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on 4th Street
118 m · 24 sec · 4th Street
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Turn sharp left onto South Lewis Boulevard
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Lewis Boulevard
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Turn right onto Singing Hills Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · Singing Hills Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Lakeport Street
1789 ft · 55 sec · South Lakeport Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 20 East, US 75 North
2084 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight right
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Fort Dodge
2241 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Fort Dodge
214 mi · 4 hr 9 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 Sergeant Bluff 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.
Fort Dodge
Keep slight right to continue on Fort Dodge
214 mi · 04h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Sergeant Bluff 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 Sergeant Bluff to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 265.6 miles (427.4 km) and usually takes 04h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Webster City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132 miles from Sergeant Bluff and 133.5 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 242.8 miles (390.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.33 one way or $70.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sergeant Bluff and Sunny near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sergeant Bluff and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 242.8 mi (390.75 km).
#1 Sergeant Bluff
City in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 5,119 |
| Coordinates | 42.4038800, -96.3586400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| 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: 427 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 18m |
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 | $35.33 | $70.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.85 | $79.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.61 | $87.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.70 | $99.40 |
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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