Weekend Drives from Charles City, IA
Routes
7
Avg Distance
136 mi
Avg Drive
2h 39m
Destinations
7
Charles City, IA sits within easy reach of 7 different destinations, all doable in a day. With 7 routes under 4 hours one way, you have options ranging from quick escapes to fuller day trips averaging 136 miles.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Charles City, IA — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Charles City, IA — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes from Charles City, IA that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 7 unique destinations. Average distance is about 136 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Charles City, IA → Waterloo, IA
50.5 mi
1h 1m
Score: 7/10
Charles City, IA → Cedar Rapids, IA
103.7 mi
2h 2m
Score: 8/10
Charles City, IA → Ankeny, IA
137.1 mi
2h 36m
Score: 9/10
Charles City, IA → Iowa City, IA
132.3 mi
2h 39m
Score: 8/10
Charles City, IA → Urbandale, IA
149.8 mi
2h 51m
Score: 9/10
Charles City, IA → Davenport, IA
184.9 mi
3h 40m
Score: 9/10
Charles City, IA → Indiana, IA
193.6 mi
3h 44m
Score: 9/10