Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Afternoon in Cedar Rapids on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bloomfield, IA
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
127.7 mi
206 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Bloomfield, IA
Steven Van Elk
Trip Overview
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Bloomfield, IA covers 127.7 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 149, Avenue of the Saints, I 80 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.3 miles on State Highway 149. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.9 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 43m highway drive covering 127.7 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 149 and Avenue of the Saints. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.3 miles on State Highway 149.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 149 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 149 and Avenue of the Saints. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lindale Avenue Northeast.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.7 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lindale Avenue Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge onto I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
23.5 mi into trip
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~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
5
45.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Merango, North English
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Merango, North English
Towns Along This Route
Between Cedar Rapids, IA and Bloomfield, IA, road signs point toward Merango and English.
Merango
45.5 mi in
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~53m
English
45.5 mi in
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~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 149 | 41.3 mi | 57m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| I 80 | 21.3 mi | 22m |
| US 63 | 17.6 mi | 20m |
| M Avenue | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| South Wapello Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Old US Highway 63 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 34 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 149
— 41.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Bloomfield, IA.
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
56 ft
·
2 sec
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Tiperary Drive Northeast
2
Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Tiffany Drive Northeast
3
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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Lindale Avenue Northeast
4
Turn right onto 29th Street Northeast
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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29th Street Northeast
5
Continue on Coldstream Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Coldstream Avenue Northeast
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Merge onto I 380; IA 27
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
10
Merge onto I 80
21 mi
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22 min
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I 80
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Merango, North English
12
Turn left onto CR V66
12 mi
·
16 min
·
M Avenue
13
Continue on IA 149
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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State Highway 149
14
Turn right onto IA 22; IA 149
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
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Main Street
15
Continue on IA 22; IA 149
11 mi
·
15 min
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State Highway 149
16
Turn right onto IA 92; IA 149
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
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State Highway 92
17
Continue on IA 92; IA 149
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jackson Street
18
Turn left onto IA 149
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
19
Continue on IA 149
10 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 149
20
At end of road, turn right onto IA 149
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 149
21
Continue on IA 149
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Main Street
22
Continue on IA 149
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 149
23
Continue on IA 149
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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East 6th Street
24
Continue on IA 149
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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State Highway 149
25
At end of road, turn left onto IA 149
6.0 mi
·
8 min
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State Highway 149
26
Continue on US 63 Business; IA 149
2.6 mi
·
3 min
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Old US Highway 63
27
Continue on US 63 Business; IA 149
2.8 mi
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3 min
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South Wapello Street
28
Turn left onto US 34; US 63 Business
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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US 34; US 63 Business
29
Enter roundabout onto US 63
108 ft
·
1 sec
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US 63
30
Continue on US 63
18 mi
·
20 min
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US 63
31
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
341 ft
·
6 sec
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East Jefferson Street
32
Arrive at destination
East Jefferson Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.9 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.3 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.9 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomfield, 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 127.7 miles and 2h 43m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 149 for about 41.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.9 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 63.9 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomfield, IA
The final approach into Bloomfield, 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 Bloomfield, 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
$19.40 one way
$38.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| premium | $4.80 | $24.11 | $48.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.37 | $56.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.41 | $6.13 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.1 | 0 | $17.88 | $8.17 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bloomfield, IA
Afternoon in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
33 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
2h 43m 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 Bloomfield, IA covers 127.7 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 149, Avenue of the Saints, I 80. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.9 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 $19.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.7 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Cedar Rapids, IA and Bloomfield, IA, road signs point toward Merango and English.
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