Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Evening in Cedar Rapids on Thursday
Local time
5:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Rapids, IA to Indiana, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
135.1 mi
217 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
8 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 135.1-mile drive from Cedar Rapids, IA, to Indiana, IA, is a straightforward journey across the Midwest, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, easily completed in a single go without the need for an overnight stop. You'll be spending about 78% of your time on highways, making for an efficient transit. With an estimated fuel cost of $21, this route is also budget-friendly. The primarily highway-focused profile means you can expect a consistent pace for most of the trip.
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
67.5 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 135.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this route, with 78% of your journey on interstates and major roads. You'll navigate segments of I 80 and State Highway 14, along with the Avenue of the Saints. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 73.8 miles on I 80, offering a chance to settle into a steady rhythm. While primarily highway, the inclusion of State Highway 14 and Avenue of the Saints may introduce slight variations in the driving experience as you progress.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and State Highway 14. You will hit about 14 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.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
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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
|
~3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
23.5 mi into trip
|
~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
98 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
5
133 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
|
CR G76 / County Highway G76
Turn sharp right onto CR G76 / County Highway G76
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
Monroe
98 mi in
|
~1h 49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 73.8 mi | 1h 19m |
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 34m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| IA 5 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| North Lincoln Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| County Highway G76 | 2 mi | 3m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Monroe Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and Indiana, 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
·
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 onto I 380; IA 27
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
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
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 80
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
12
Turn left onto State Highway 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
13
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
14
Continue on IA 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
15
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lincoln Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
17
Merge onto IA 5; IA 92
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5; IA 92
18
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5
19
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
IA 5
20
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway G76
21
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
22
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 45-minute duration, this route is best tackled in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Plan to refuel before leaving Cedar Rapids or be mindful of the 73.8-mile stretch on I 80; while the fuel cost is estimated at $21, it's always wise to have a buffer. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially if you plan to stop at any point along the way.
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 67.5 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.5 miles or 1h 17m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indiana, 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 135.1 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 I 80 for about 73.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.5 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.5 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.
Arriving in Indiana, IA
The final approach into Indiana, 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 Indiana, 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
$21.12 one way
$42.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.19 | $46.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.00 | $52.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.83 | $59.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tesla Supercharger
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Grinnell, Iowa
Tesla
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Williamsburg, Iowa
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Blink
1 DCFC
Pilot Flying J Charging Station
Brooklyn, Iowa
Other
1 DCFC
Shell Recharge Charging Station
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Shell Recharge
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
North Liberty, Iowa
Blink
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla: 2
Blink: 2
Other: 2
Electrify America: 1
Shell Recharge: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.19 | $6.48 |
| Efficient EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.82 | $5.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54 | 0 | $18.91 | $8.65 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Indiana, IA
Evening in Indiana on Thursday
Local time
5:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Brooklyn, IA
68 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
22 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 45m 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 Indiana, IA covers 135.1 miles and takes about 2h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, State Highway 14, Avenue of the Saints. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.5 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 $21.12 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 135.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
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