How far is Wellman, IA from Cedar Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Wellman, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wellman and Cedar Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellman and Cedar Rapids.
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Start on the route
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
50 m · 9 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto 9th Avenue
1338 ft · 29 sec · 9th Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street Northeast
2706 ft · 46 sec · 6th Street Northeast
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Continue on State Highway 22
6.2 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on East Avenue
119 m · 7 sec · East Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Continue on State Highway 1
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on Highway 1 Southwest
13.3 mi · 18 min · Highway 1 Southwest
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Continue on Highway 1 West
973 ft · 20 sec · Highway 1 West
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Turn left
1699 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
27.3 mi · 31 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
1360 ft · 36 sec · 29th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
1324 ft · 29 sec · Oakland Road Northeast
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Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 km · 1 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 Wellman 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
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
27.3 mi · 00h 31m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wellman 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 Wellman to Cedar Rapids?
The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Coralville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.9 miles from Wellman and 25.8 miles from Cedar Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.9 miles (62.6 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wellman and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedar Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Coralville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wellman and Cedar Rapids. Straight-line distance: 38.9 mi (62.61 km).
#1 Wellman
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,401 |
| Coordinates | 41.4641800, -91.8382300 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| 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: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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