Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Afternoon in Cedar Rapids on Sunday
Local time
1:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
88.2 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Photo: Esmerald Heqimaj
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across Iowa, the 88.2-mile journey from Cedar Rapids to Bettendorf is a straightforward commute that fits easily into a single day. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect option for a morning departure with plenty of time left to explore your destination. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $13, this trip is quite budget-friendly for solo drivers or small groups. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, you will experience the familiar, steady landscape of the region throughout the entire duration. This drive is best treated as a simple point-to-point trip rather than an overnight excursion, offering you the flexibility to complete the journey and return home if your schedule requires.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged far more than a standard interstate cruise would. Because this route involves zero highway miles, you will navigate local thoroughfares like Tiffany Drive Northeast, Lindale Avenue Northeast, and 29th Street Northeast for the duration of the trip. You will find that there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, as the longest segment on Tiffany Drive Northeast is essentially negligible. The road's personality is defined by constant maneuvering through local environments rather than the mindless rhythm of high-speed transit. Expect a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you transition between these specific local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tiffany Drive Northeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tiffany Drive Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lindale Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 29th Street Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coldstream Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avenue of the Saints | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Tiffany Drive Northeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Bettendorf, IA.
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
56 ft
·
3 sec
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Tiperary Drive Northeast
2
Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Tiffany Drive Northeast
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lindale Avenue Northeast
4
Turn right onto 29th Street Northeast
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
29th Street Northeast
5
Continue on Coldstream Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Coldstream Avenue Northeast
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 80
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 80
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 80 East: Davenport
10
Merge slight left
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
12
Merge slight left
4.3 mi
·
5 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
14
Turn right onto Grant Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Grant Street
15
Turn left onto 12th Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
12th Street
16
Turn left
75 ft
·
3 sec
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip of under an hour and a half, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. Since the route does not utilize major highways, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns, so plan to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion. You won't need to worry about long-distance rest stops, but keeping your fuel levels monitored is wise given the stop-and-go nature of local roads. Since your fuel budget is quite low at $13, consider topping off your tank in Cedar Rapids before you head out to ensure you have a stress-free drive. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Tiffany Drive, Lindale Avenue, and 29th Street to stay on track.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.1 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, or about 42m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bettendorf, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cedar Rapids, 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 Cedar Rapids, IA
This is one driving day of about 88.2 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.1 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.1 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bettendorf, IA
The final approach into Bettendorf, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bettendorf, IA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.40 one way
$26.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.59 | $39.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.26 | $4.23 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.35 | $5.64 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Bettendorf, IA
Afternoon in Bettendorf on Sunday
Local time
1:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 88.2 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tiffany Drive Northeast, Lindale Avenue Northeast, 29th Street Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.1 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.40 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bettendorf, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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