Origin
Fayette, IA
Late night in Fayette on Friday
Local time
4:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Fayette, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
69.7 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fayette, IA
XT7 Core
Trip Overview
The drive from Fayette, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avenue of the Saints, Jamestown Avenue, Jackson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.2 miles on Avenue of the Saints. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.90 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
34.8 miles from Fayette, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 69.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 69.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue of the Saints is the longest continuous segment at about 20.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near East 7th Street.
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 69.7 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 0.3 miles (East 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (IA 150 / K Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 7th Street
Turn left onto East 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
IA 150 / K Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto IA 150 / K Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
31.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
IA 150; CR D22 / 1st Street East
Turn right onto IA 150; CR D22 / 1st Street East
Navigation decision point
5
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 20.2 mi | 22m |
| Jamestown Avenue | 14.7 mi | 20m |
| Jackson Avenue | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| P Avenue | 4 mi | 5m |
| 31st Avenue | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| K Avenue | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 100th Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Palace Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 20.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayette, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto East 7th Street
317 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 7th Street
3
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Continue on Klock Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Klock Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto IA 150
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
K Avenue
6
Turn right onto IA 150
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
100th Street
7
Continue on IA 150
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street East
8
Turn left onto IA 150
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
P Avenue
9
Continue on IA 150
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
60th Street
10
Turn left onto Palace Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Palace Road
11
Continue on IA 3; IA 150
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Frederick Avenue
12
Turn straight onto IA 3; IA 150
438 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highway 150
13
Continue on IA 3; IA 150
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
1st Avenue Northeast
14
Continue on IA 150
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
1st Avenue Southeast
15
Turn straight onto IA 150
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Rock Island Road
16
Continue on Palace Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Palace Road
17
Continue on IA 150
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
18
Continue on IA 150
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street North
19
Continue on IA 150
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Jackson Avenue
20
Continue on IA 150
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Jamestown Avenue
21
Continue on IA 150
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Avenue Northeast
22
Turn right onto IA 150; CR D22
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
1st Street East
23
Turn left onto IA 150
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Avenue Southeast
24
Continue on Jamestown Avenue
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Jamestown Avenue
25
Continue on IA 150
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
31st Avenue
26
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
27
Merge onto I 380; IA 27
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
29
Keep slight left at fork
121 ft
·
4 sec
30
Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
31
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
32
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
33
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
34
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
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 34.8 miles from Fayette, IA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.2 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 51m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Rapids, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fayette, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fayette, IA
This is one driving day of about 69.7 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Fayette, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Avenue of the Saints for about 20.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Fayette, IA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Fayette, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cedar Rapids, IA
The final approach into Cedar Rapids, 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
$10.90 one way
$21.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.96 | $23.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.41 | $26.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Cedar Rapids, IA
Late night in Cedar Rapids on Friday
Local time
4:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Independence, IA
35 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
2 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 35m 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 Fayette, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, Jamestown Avenue, Jackson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Fayette, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.90 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 69.7 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 0.3 miles (East 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (IA 150 / K Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fayette, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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