Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Night in Cedar Rapids on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.8 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cascade, IA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the heart of the Midwest, this 44.8-mile drive from Cedar Rapids to Cascade is an efficient option. You can comfortably complete the trip in about 56 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical way to navigate between these two Iowa towns. Because the duration is well under an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. The route provides a straightforward connection that keeps your travel time minimal, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marion Airport Road | 24.1 mi | 27m |
| 200th Avenue | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| IA 100 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 151 Business | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 30th Street Drive Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 151 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Post Road Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 29th Street Drive Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Marion Airport Road
— 24.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Cascade, IA.
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
2
Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Tiffany Drive Northeast
3
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lindale Avenue Northeast
4
Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
5
Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
29th Street Drive Southeast
6
Continue on 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
30th Street Drive Southeast
7
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Post Road Southeast
8
Turn right onto IA 100
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
IA 100
9
Turn left onto US 151; IA 13
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 151; IA 13
10
Turn right onto US 151
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Marion Airport Road
11
Continue on US 151
12 mi
·
14 min
·
200th Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 151 Business
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 151 Business
13
Arrive at destination
US 151 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Lindale Avenue Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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29th Street Northeast
Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
East Post Road Southeast
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
6.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 151 / Marion Airport Road
Turn right onto US 151 / Marion Airport Road
Navigation decision point
3
43.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 151 Business
Turn right onto US 151 Business
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.00 one way
$14.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.27 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cascade, IA
Night in Cascade on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Springville, IA
22 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, primarily relying on Marion Airport Road, 200th Avenue, and IA 100 to reach your destination. Only about 12% of this trip consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 24.1 miles along Marion Airport Road, which serves as the primary backbone of your journey. This route is far from a monotonous interstate grind, offering a more hands-on driving experience as you transition through the local landscape.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.1 mi on Marion Airport Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lindale Avenue Northeast.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA is easy. At 56m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 44.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.1 miles on Marion Airport Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cascade, IA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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