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Trip from Hawarden, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 3m

Distance

301.8 mi

486 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 50m ★
6 AM
6h 3m
8 AM
6h 29m
10 AM
6h 12m
12 PM
6h 9m
3 PM
6h 13m
5 PM
6h 28m
8 PM
5h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Hawarden, IA, IA

Hawarden, IA

Abhishek Navlakha

Trip Overview

Spanning 303.6 miles across the Iowa landscape, this trip from Hawarden to Cedar Rapids typically takes about 4 hours and 49 minutes of driving time. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for a single, focused day of travel. You should budget approximately $46 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating via 10th Street, 450th Street, and Dipper Avenue, you will spend your entire journey within the Midwest region. Given the manageable duration, you can complete the trip in one day without needing an overnight stay, though the nature of the roads requires your full attention.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

150.9 miles from Hawarden, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
220th Street 165.9 mi 3h 11m
Avenue of the Saints 42.3 mi 45m
Highway 20 27.1 mi 32m
County Road K49 13 mi 17m
County Road C38 10.9 mi 15m
County Road K22 10 mi 13m
United States Highway 20 8.3 mi 10m
Dipper Avenue 6.1 mi 8m
Longest stretch: 220th Street — 165.9 mi, about 3h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hawarden, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.

1

Start on Central Avenue

344 ft · 17 sec · Central Avenue
2

Turn right onto IA 10

0.8 mi · 1 min · 10th Street
3

Continue on IA 10

5.0 mi · 6 min · 450th Street
4

Turn right onto CR K22

6.1 mi · 8 min · Dipper Avenue
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on County Road K22

7.0 mi · 9 min · County Road K22
6

Continue on IA 3; CR K22

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
7

Continue on County Road K22

3.0 mi · 4 min · County Road K22
8

Turn left onto CR C38

11 mi · 15 min · County Road C38
9

Turn right onto CR K49

13 mi · 17 min · County Road K49
10

Continue on CR K49

1.0 mi · 1 min · Fayette Avenue
11

Turn left onto CR D12

3.5 mi · 4 min · 110th Street
12

Turn right onto K64

3.0 mi · 4 min · Grundy Avenue
13

Continue on K64

0.7 mi · 58 sec · 140th Street
14

Turn right onto Haskell Avenue

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Haskell Avenue
15

Turn right onto IA 140

0.2 mi · 13 sec · State Highway 140
16

Continue on IA 140

1.0 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
17

Turn left onto US 20

27 mi · 32 min · Highway 20
Use the straight lane.
18

Continue on US 20

8.3 mi · 10 min · United States Highway 20
19

Continue on US 20

166 mi · 3 hr 11 min · 220th Street
20

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27

42 mi · 45 min · Avenue of the Saints
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
22

Keep slight left at fork

121 ft · 4 sec
23

Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast

1.3 mi · 2 min · 32nd Street Northeast
24

Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast

184 ft · 10 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
25

Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast

177 ft · 7 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast
26

Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast

428 ft · 18 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast
27

Arrive at destination

Tiperary Drive Northeast

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4 hour and 49 minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the local driving segments. Since the route is entirely comprised of local roads, leaving early in the morning allows you to navigate the turns during daylight hours when visibility is best. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads may offer fewer service options than major corridors, and ensure your $46 fuel budget is ready before you depart. Flexibility is a major advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace as needed to stay comfortable. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, double-check your GPS navigation settings before leaving Hawarden to ensure you stay on the correct path.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.9 miles from Hawarden, IA, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 66 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 150.9 miles or 3h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Rapids, IA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hawarden, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Hawarden, IA

This is one driving day of about 301.8 miles and 6h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Hawarden, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on 220th Street for about 165.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Nevada, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nevada, IA

151 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

Sergeant Bluff, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centerville, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 150.9 miles from Hawarden, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before 220th Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

HuHot Mongolian Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193936000

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

1.5 mi

Persis Biryani Indian Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

1.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kismet Coffee & Bloom

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 301.8

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13192003218

Visit website

Groundswell Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

2.8 mi

Veritas Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

2.5 mi

HuHot Mongolian Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193936000

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193950450

Visit website

Persis Biryani Indian Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13198262000

Visit website

Rio Burritos

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+13199815001

Visit website

Napoli's Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 301.8

Marion, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193772100

Visit website

Scott's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13195504517

Visit website

Cobble Hill

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Expensive mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+13193663177

Visit website

Stack Wellness Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13192005558

Visit website

Kismet Coffee & Bloom

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13192003218

Visit website

Groundswell Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13192002791

Visit website

Veritas Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Closed

+13192083192

Visit website

Café Saint Pio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13192001000

Roasters Coffeehouse NewBo

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

Visit website

Opus Concert Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13193668203

Visit website

Trading Grounds

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 301.8

Marion, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

Red E Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 172.5

Webster City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 172.5

Webster City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 172.5

Webster City, IA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 150.9

Fort Dodge, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006360986

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 107.8

Early, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006360986

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 301.8

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

+18006360986

Visit website

Bistro at Blooms

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 301.8

Marion, Iowa

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+13194499996

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 300.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | IA 10 / 10th Street

Turn right onto IA 10 / 10th Street

Navigation decision point

6
5.8 mi into trip | ~8m in | CR K22 / Dipper Avenue

Turn right onto CR K22 / Dipper Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
4
22.9 mi into trip | ~32m in | CR C38 / County Road C38

Turn left onto CR C38 / County Road C38

Navigation decision point

6
257.8 mi into trip | ~5h 13m in | I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
5
300.4 mi into trip | ~5h 59m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.18 one way

$94.37 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 106 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.81 $103.61
premium $4.89 $58.08 $116.16
diesel $5.61 $66.63 $133.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 105.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 90.5 1 $31.69 $14.49
Efficient EV 75.5 0 $26.41 $12.07
EV Truck/SUV 120.7 1 $42.25 $19.32

Gas CO2

106 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Hawarden, IA

Evening in Hawarden on Saturday

Local time

8:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cedar Rapids, IA

Evening in Cedar Rapids on Saturday

Local time

8:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 15 mph 27% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:22AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:22AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

50°F

Nevada, IA

151 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

6h 3m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this route features zero highway miles and relies entirely on local roads. The profile is distinctly turn-heavy, meaning you will need to stay alert while navigating the series of turns required to reach Cedar Rapids. Unlike a monotonous interstate cruise, this path demands active steering and frequent adjustments as you transition between 10th Street, 450th Street, and Dipper Avenue. Because you are avoiding major highways, the pace remains steady but requires more cognitive effort than a standard freeway drive. It is a practical, direct way to traverse the state if you prefer local routes over high-speed travel.

Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.9 mi on 220th Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near IA 10 / 10th Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 3m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 14 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IA 10 / 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (CR K22 / Dipper Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (CR C38 / County Road C38): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 3m. Total distance: 301.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 165.9 miles on 220th Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IA 10 / 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (CR K22 / Dipper Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (CR C38 / County Road C38): Navigation decision point.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Cedar Rapids, IA before the return drive.

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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