Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tiffin, IA
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Tiffin, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is 24.4 miles and takes about 32 minutes via Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Iowa, connecting two Midwest communities. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns, making it feel more like navigating local roads than a long-haul journey. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for those looking for a quick hop between towns without much commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| North Park Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Marengo Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Forevergreen Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Forevergreen Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tiffin, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
Start on East 3rd Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn right onto US 6
Enter roundabout onto North Park Road
Continue on North Park Road
Turn right onto Forevergreen Road
Turn left onto Jasper Avenue Northwest
Turn right onto West Forevergreen Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Jasper Avenue Northwest
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 380 North, US 218 North, IA 27 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$3.81 one way
$7.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.70 | $9.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Tiffin on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Cedar Rapids on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is characterized by its turn-heavy nature, suggesting a local drive rather than a high-speed highway experience, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You'll navigate roads like Avenue of the Saints, North Park Road, and East Marengo Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 19.6 miles on Avenue of the Saints, so be prepared for changes in direction and speed as you transition between these different local thoroughfares. It's a drive that keeps you engaged with the road.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (Jasper Avenue Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tiffin, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Coldstream along the way.
Coldstream
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 24.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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