Origin
Hull, IA
Evening in Hull on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hull, 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
5h 58m
Distance
293.2 mi
472 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 46m
★
6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 9m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hull, IA
Tara Winstead
Trip Overview
This 293.2-mile journey from Hull, IA, to Cedar Rapids, IA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 58 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with the Avenue of the Saints making up a significant portion of the drive. With a projected fuel cost of around $46, this route offers a straightforward trip across the heart of Iowa. Given its duration and the nature of the roads, it’s a manageable day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout.
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
146.6 miles from Hull, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 220th Street | 164.9 mi | 3h 10m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| 20th Avenue | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| State Highway 3 | 8.6 mi | 11m |
| Jackson Avenue | 8 mi | 11m |
| 400th Street | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Armstrong Avenue | 6 mi | 8m |
| Log Avenue | 5.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
220th Street
— 164.9 mi, about 3h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hull, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 18
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Black Forest Road
3
Continue on US 18
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
320th Street
4
Turn right onto CR K64
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Jackson Avenue
5
Turn left onto B40
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
400th Street
6
Continue on Birch Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Birch Street
7
Continue on Cedar Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Cedar Street
8
Continue on 6th Avenue South
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
6th Avenue South
9
Turn right onto Fir Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Fir Street
10
Turn right onto L22
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Road S
11
Continue on L22
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Log Avenue
12
Turn left onto IA 10
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
460th Street
13
Continue on IA 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Garfield Street
14
Continue on IA 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
460th Street
15
Turn right onto IA 143
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Nettle Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on IA 143
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
D Avenue
17
Continue on IA 143
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Ames Avenue
18
Turn left onto IA 3
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
490th Street
19
Continue on IA 3
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 3
20
Continue on IA 3
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
500th Street
21
Turn straight onto IA 3
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 3
22
Turn left onto IA 3
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
530th Street
23
Turn right onto IA 7
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
V Avenue
24
Continue on IA 7
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
25
Continue on IA 7
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 7
26
Continue on IA 7
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 7
27
Turn right onto 20th Avenue
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
20th Avenue
28
Continue on CR M27
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Armstrong Avenue
29
At end of road, turn left onto US 20
165 mi
·
3 hr 10 min
·
220th Street
30
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
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
32
Keep slight left at fork
121 ft
·
4 sec
33
Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
34
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
35
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
36
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
37
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 58-minute drive, starting early is advisable to make the most of daylight and allow for spontaneous stops. With only one recommended stop, you have ample flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without significant highway access is over 160 miles. Planning your fuel stops around the 220th Street portion could be a smart move. The $46 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting, and given the single-day nature of the trip, you can easily adjust your departure time based on your preferences.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 146.6 miles from Hull, IA, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 164.9 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 65 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.6 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 4h 58m
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 Hull, 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 Hull, IA
This is one driving day of about 293.2 miles and 5h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Hull, 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 164.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 146.6 miles from Hull, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 220th Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 164.9 miles.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 291.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 18 / Black Forest Road
Turn left onto US 18 / Black Forest Road
Navigation decision point
5
20 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
L22 / County Road S
Turn right onto L22 / County Road S
Navigation decision point
6
31.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
IA 143 / Nettle Avenue
Turn right onto IA 143 / Nettle Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
249.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 9m 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
291.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.84 one way
$91.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $50.33 | $100.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $56.42 | $112.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.73 | $129.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88 | 1 | $30.79 | $14.07 |
| Efficient EV | 73.3 | 0 | $25.65 | $11.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.3 | 1 | $41.05 | $18.76 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 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.
Destination
Cedar Rapids, IA
Evening in Cedar Rapids on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Centerville, IA
147 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 58m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 on this route, with only about 40% of the journey on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 164.9 miles along 220th Street, offering a good opportunity to settle in. The drive progresses through a mix of road types, transitioning from more local, potentially slower roads to stretches on the Avenue of the Saints. This varied road character means you’ll need to stay engaged, adapting to different speed limits and driving conditions as you make your way east.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 164.9 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 0.2 miles in near US 18 / Black Forest Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 58m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 18 / Black Forest Road): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (L22 / County Road S): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (IA 143 / Nettle Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 58m. Total distance: 293.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 164.9 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.
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 0.2 miles (US 18 / Black Forest Road): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (L22 / County Road S): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (IA 143 / Nettle Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 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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