How far is Tripoli, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Tripoli, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 72 miles (115.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tripoli and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tripoli and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on South Main Street
1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Piedmont Avenue
5.8 mi · 8 min · Piedmont Avenue
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Turn left onto 230th Street
2 mi · 3 min · 230th Street
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Turn right onto Reed Avenue
5 mi · 9 min · Reed Avenue
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Continue on North Raymond Road
10 mi · 16 min · North Raymond Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Raymond Road
41 m · 2 sec · South Raymond Road
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Exit the roundabout onto South Raymond Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Raymond Road
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Continue on North 3rd Street
2656 ft · 55 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Lafayette Road
49 m · 9 sec · Lafayette Road
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South Raymond Road
1.1 km · 1 min · South Raymond Road
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Take the ramp left
1830 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
1.1 km · 45 sec · Avenue of the Saints
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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 Tripoli 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.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
42.3 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Tripoli and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tripoli to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 72 miles (115.9 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Tripoli and 36 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.5 miles (102.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.58 one way or $19.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Tripoli and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tripoli and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 63.52 mi (102.22 km).
#1 Tripoli
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,375 |
| Coordinates | 42.8080400, -92.2582300 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| 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: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.80 | $21.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.82 | $23.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.47 | $26.94 |
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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