Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Afternoon in Cedar Rapids on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.8 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Cascade, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA covers 44.8 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Marion Airport Road, 200th Avenue, IA 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.1 miles on Marion Airport Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.80 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.4 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 44.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Marion Airport Road is the longest continuous segment at about 24.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lindale Avenue Northeast.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA is easy. At 56m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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29th Street Northeast
Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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East Post Road Southeast
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
6.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 151 / Marion Airport Road
Turn right onto US 151 / Marion Airport Road
Navigation decision point
3
43.3 mi into trip
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~53m in
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US 151 Business
Turn right onto US 151 Business
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marion Airport Road | 24.1 mi | 27m |
| 200th Avenue | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| IA 100 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 151 Business | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 30th Street Drive Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 151 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Post Road Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 29th Street Drive Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Marion Airport Road
— 24.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Cascade, IA.
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
56 ft
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2 sec
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Tiperary Drive Northeast
2
Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
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25 sec
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Tiffany Drive Northeast
3
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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Lindale Avenue Northeast
4
Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
0.4 mi
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40 sec
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29th Street Northeast
5
Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
0.5 mi
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54 sec
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29th Street Drive Southeast
6
Continue on 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi
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2 min
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30th Street Drive Southeast
7
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
0.6 mi
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1 min
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East Post Road Southeast
8
Turn right onto IA 100
2.6 mi
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3 min
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IA 100
9
Turn left onto US 151; IA 13
1.1 mi
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1 min
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US 151; IA 13
10
Turn right onto US 151
24 mi
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27 min
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Marion Airport Road
11
Continue on US 151
12 mi
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14 min
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200th Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 151 Business
1.5 mi
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2 min
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US 151 Business
13
Arrive at destination
US 151 Business
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22.4 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.1 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 44.8 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.4 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cascade, 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 44.8 miles and 56m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Marion Airport Road for about 24.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.4 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cascade, IA
The final approach into Cascade, 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 Cascade, 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
$6.80 one way
$13.61 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.46 | $16.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.95 | $19.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.27 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Cascade, IA
Afternoon in Cascade on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Marion, IA
22 mi in
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
1 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
56m 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 Cascade, IA covers 44.8 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Marion Airport Road, 200th Avenue, IA 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.4 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 $6.80 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 Cascade, IA is easy. At 56m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cedar Rapids, IA to Cascade, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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