Origin
Coralville, IA
Late night in Coralville on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coralville, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
27.9 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coralville, IA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Coralville and Cedar Rapids, you are in for a quick 27.9-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This short hop within the Midwest is perfect for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. Since the drive is so efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for business or a casual visit. You will find this a straightforward way to navigate between these two Iowa cities without the stress of a long-haul trek.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| 2nd Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 80 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Coral Ridge Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 12th Avenue | 0.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 21.6 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coralville, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on 12th Avenue
147 ft
·
32 sec
·
12th Avenue
2
Continue on 12th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
12th Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 6
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
2nd Street
4
Turn right onto Coral Ridge Avenue
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Coral Ridge Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
6
Merge onto I 80
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 80
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
9
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
11
Keep slight right at fork
319 ft
·
8 sec
12
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
13
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
14
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
15
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
16
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
17
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
18
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 3.5 and 26.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar...
5
26.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29t...
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
26.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Oakland Road Northeast
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.36 one way
$8.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Cedar Rapids, IA
Late night in Cedar Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
37m 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. Only 3% of this route is comprised of highway travel, as you will spend most of your time navigating local streets like 2nd Street and 32nd Street Northeast. The longest stretch you will encounter is a 21.6-mile segment on the Avenue of the Saints, which provides the most consistent portion of the trip. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, the pace is more measured than a standard interstate commute. Be prepared for frequent turns and a changing environment as you transition from the local grid into the heart of Cedar Rapids.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.6 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 27.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Coralville, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs point toward Waterloo and Coldstream.
Waterloo
3.9 mi in
|
~7m
Coldstream
26.1 mi in
|
~33m
About the Cities
Arriving in Cedar Rapids, IA
Full guide →Cedar Rapids is a city in Eastern Iowa. In 2016, it was the second largest city in Iowa by population and is home to about 137,000 residents. Largely known as an industrial, working class city, Cedar Rapids has begun to grow and expand employment opportunities in the service sector, attracting new residents to the area. While out of the way of most major travel routes and destinations, a stop in Cedar Rapids may uncover a great taste of the Midwest. Typical Iowa hospitality is not lost here.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 27.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.6 miles on Avenue of the Saints. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Cedar Rapids, IA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cedar Rapids, 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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