Cresco, IA Road Trips
Cresco, IA serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 3 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 149 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Cresco, IA head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
192.6 mi
Urbandale, IA
Quickest Drive
2h 30m
Cedar Rapids, IA
Plan Around Cresco, IA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Cresco, IA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Cresco, IA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Cresco, IA
Driving from Cresco, IA
Expect an average of 149 miles and about 3h 17m behind the wheel when leaving Cresco, IA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 193 miles (3h 52m), while the shortest is just 115 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Cresco, IA most often head toward Urbandale, IA (192.6 mi, 3h 52m), Iowa City, IA (140.1 mi, 3h 6m), and Dubuque, IA (115.2 mi, 2h 52m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IA currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 149-mile trip from Cresco, IA, budget about $22 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Cresco, IA and 4 routes heading into Cresco, IA, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 115 to 193 miles.
The longest mapped route from Cresco, IA covers 193 miles and takes approximately 3h 52m. Shorter options start at just 115 miles.
The average route from Cresco, IA runs about 149 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 149-mile trip from Cresco, IA costs roughly $22 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Cresco, IA include Urbandale, IA, Iowa City, IA and Dubuque, IA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Cresco, IA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,901
Median Income
$60,769
Median Home Value
$105,200
Median Age
39.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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