How far is Vinton, IA from Cedar Falls, IA?
The driving distance from Vinton, IA to Cedar Falls, IA is about 45.7 miles (73.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 00h 47m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vinton and Cedar Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vinton and Cedar Falls.
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Start on East 3rd Street
64 m · 12 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
136 m · 17 sec · 1st Avenue
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Continue on 24th Avenue Drive
3.8 mi · 6 min · 24th Avenue Drive
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Turn straight onto 55th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 55th Street
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Turn left onto 26th Avenue
5.3 mi · 7 min · 26th Avenue
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Continue on Freeman Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Freeman Avenue
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Turn right onto 330th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 330th Street
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Take the ramp sharp left
1608 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
21 mi · 23 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
6.9 mi · 8 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 27, IA 58 North: Cedar Falls
1460 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
79 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
4 mi · 5 min
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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 Vinton and Cedar Falls.
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
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
21 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Vinton 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 Vinton to Cedar Falls?
The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Gilbertville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.8 miles from Vinton and 22.9 miles from Cedar Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.07 one way or $12.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Vinton and Mostly Sunny near Cedar Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vinton and Cedar Falls. Straight-line distance: 32.86 mi (52.89 km).
#1 Vinton
City in Iowa
| Population | 5,019 |
| Coordinates | 42.1686100, -92.0235100 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| 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: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
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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