Origin
Maquoketa, IA
Afternoon in Maquoketa on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maquoketa, 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
1h 22m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maquoketa, IA
Diego F. Parra
Trip Overview
This straightforward 57.4-mile drive from Maquoketa to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 22 minutes, making it an ideal day trip within the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes State Highway 64 and US 151, with a portion on IA 100, offering a direct path. With a projected fuel cost of $9, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll find this drive to be a convenient way to connect two Iowa locations without needing an overnight stay, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 64 | 28.6 mi | 42m |
| US 151 | 17.4 mi | 20m |
| IA 100 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Railroad Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| 30th Street Drive Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Platt Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Post Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 64
— 28.6 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maquoketa, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on South Main Street
125 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto IA 64
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Platt Street
3
Continue on IA 64
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 64
4
Continue on IA 64
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Railroad Street
5
Continue on IA 64
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 64
6
Continue on IA 64
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Isabel Street
7
Turn right onto IA 64; IA 136
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
8
Continue on IA 64
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 64
9
Continue on IA 64
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Highway 64 East
10
Continue on IA 64
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East 3rd Street
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
12
Merge onto US 151
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 151
13
Turn left onto US 151; IA 13
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 151; IA 13
14
Turn right onto IA 100
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
IA 100
15
Turn left onto East Post Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Post Road
16
Turn right onto 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
30th Street Drive Southeast
17
Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
29th Street Drive Southeast
18
Continue on 29th Street Northeast
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
19
Turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lindale Avenue Northeast
20
Turn left onto Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Tiffany Drive Northeast
21
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Maquoketa, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 54.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
IA 64 / West Platt Street
Turn left onto IA 64 / West Platt Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
IA 64; IA 136 / East Main Street
Turn right onto IA 64; IA 136 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
33.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
IA 100
Turn right onto IA 100
Navigation decision point
4
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
30th Street Drive Southeast
Turn right onto 30th Street Drive Southeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.85 | $19.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.05 | $22.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Cedar Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
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
22 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
1h 22m 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 highway-focused experience on this journey, with 85% of the drive taking place on main roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 28.6 miles along State Highway 64. This route is designed for efficient travel, characterized by steady progress rather than winding scenic byways. As you travel, the road primarily maintains a consistent highway feel, facilitating a smooth and predictable drive.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.6 mi on State Highway 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 64 and US 151. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 64 / West Platt Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 64 / West Platt Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (IA 64; IA 136 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
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 1h 22m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.6 miles on State Highway 64. 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: near the start (IA 64 / West Platt Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (IA 64; IA 136 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
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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