The drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to New Sharon, IA covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, Avenue of the Saints, US 63 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.4 miles on I 80.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.37 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.
Midpoint
46 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 52m highway drive covering 91.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and Avenue of the Saints. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.4 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 46.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Avenue of the Saints. You will hit about 10 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 Effort5/10
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 91.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These 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
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|29th Street Northeast
Turn right onto 29th Street 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
70.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 63: Montezuma, Tama
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 63: Montezuma, Tama
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 New Sharon, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Tama along the way.
Tama
70.6 mi in|~1h 20m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
46.4 mi
49m
Avenue of the Saints
21.5 mi
24m
US 63
20.9 mi
31m
29th Street Northeast
1.2 mi
2m
Lindale Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
<1m
Coldstream Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
<1m
Tiffany Drive Northeast
0.1 mi
<1m
North Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 46.4 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Rapids, IA and New Sharon, 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
46 mi·49 min·I 80
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward US 63: Montezuma, Tama
12
Turn left onto US 63
21 mi·31 min·US 63
13
Turn right onto IA 146
114 ft·1 sec·North Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
IA 146
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 46 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.4 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Sharon, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cedar Rapids, IA
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Cedar Rapids, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 46.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Cedar Rapids, IA
· 53m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.6
0
$9.65
$4.41
Efficient EV
23
0
$8.04
$3.68
EV Truck/SUV
36.8
0
$12.87
$5.88
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Cedar Rapids, IA
Night
in Cedar Rapids on Thursday
Local time
10:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
S 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
New Sharon, IA
Night
in New Sharon on Thursday
Local time
10:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Marengo, IA
46 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
26 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
1h 52m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 New Sharon, IA covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, Avenue of the Saints, US 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46 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 $14.37 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (29th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Cedar Rapids, IA to New Sharon, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Tama along the way.
