Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Late night in Cedar Rapids on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Dyersville, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dyersville, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Dyersville, IA covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 151, US 20, IA 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.8 miles on US 151. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 58 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 58 miles, with most of the trip on US 151 and US 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.8 miles on US 151.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 151 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 151 and US 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lindale Avenue Northeast.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lindale Avenue Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
East Post Road Southeast
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
4
38.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward CR X49: Dyersvile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CR X49: Dyersvile
5
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
1st Avenue West
Enter roundabout onto 1st Avenue West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 151 | 32.8 mi | 43m |
| US 20 | 16.6 mi | 19m |
| IA 100 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| 30th Street Drive Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 1st Avenue West | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 332nd Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Post Road Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 29th Street Drive Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 151
— 32.8 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Dyersville, IA.
1
Start on Tiperary Drive Northeast
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
2
Continue on Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Tiffany Drive Northeast
3
At end of road, turn right onto Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lindale Avenue Northeast
4
Turn left onto 29th Street Northeast
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
5
Continue on 29th Street Drive Southeast
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
29th Street Drive Southeast
6
Continue on 30th Street Drive Southeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
30th Street Drive Southeast
7
Turn left onto East Post Road Southeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Post Road Southeast
8
Turn right onto IA 100
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
IA 100
9
Turn left onto US 151; IA 13
33 mi
·
43 min
·
US 151; IA 13
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
11
Merge onto US 20
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 20
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward CR X49: Dyersvile
13
Turn left onto CR X49
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
332nd Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto 1st Avenue West
9 ft
·
0 sec
·
1st Avenue West
15
Continue on 1st Avenue West
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue West
16
Turn right onto 2nd Street Southeast
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
2nd Street Southeast
17
Arrive at destination
2nd Street Southeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dyersville, IA
The final approach into Dyersville, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.07 one way
$18.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.96 | $19.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Dyersville, IA
Late night in Dyersville on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Central City, IA
29 mi in
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
20 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 18m 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 Dyersville, IA covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 151, US 20, IA 100. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 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 $9.07 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lindale Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Post Road Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 38.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Cedar Rapids, IA to Dyersville, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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