Origin
Greene, IA
Evening in Greene on Friday
Local time
6:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Greene, IA to Iowa City, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
129.7 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greene, IA
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Iowa City, IA
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Trip Overview
This 129.7-mile drive from Greene to Iowa City is a straightforward, single-day adventure across Iowa's Midwest landscape. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 41 minutes on the road, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes the Avenue of the Saints and the Leo P Rooff Expressway, with only 14% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $20 and only one recommended stop, this trip is designed for efficiency. It's a practical option for those looking to connect two points within the same state without a significant time commitment.
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
64.9 miles from Greene, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 129.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' so be prepared for frequent changes in direction rather than long stretches of straight highway. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 92.7 miles along the Avenue of the Saints. While only 14% of the drive is on highways, the majority will be on local roads, offering a more intimate feel of the Iowa countryside. This driving profile suggests a journey where you'll be actively navigating and experiencing the nuances of the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 92.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Traer Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 129.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Traer Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Traer Street
Turn left onto East Traer Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 2nd Street
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
6
50.6 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids,...
6
57.1 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
5
122.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greene, IA and Iowa City, IA, road signs point toward Dubuque and Cedar Falls.
Dubuque
50.6 mi in
|
~1h 8m
|
via I 380
Cedar Falls
50.6 mi in
|
~1h 8m
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via I 380
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 92.7 mi | 1h 43m |
| 110th Street | 12.4 mi | 21m |
| Leo P Rooff Expressway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| I 380 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| I 80 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Dubuque Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Gilbert Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 92.7 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greene, IA and Iowa City, IA.
1
Start on North 1st Street
74 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 1st Street
2
Turn left onto East Traer Street
340 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Traer Street
3
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South 2nd Street
4
Turn slight left onto CR C13
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East South Street
5
Continue on CR C13
12 mi
·
21 min
·
110th Street
6
Turn right onto US 218; IA 27
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
7
Take the exit
317 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
8
Continue on US 218
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 218
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
9
Merge onto US 218
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Leo P Rooff Expressway
10
Continue on US 218
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
I 380
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
15
Merge onto I 80
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 80
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward Downtown
17
Turn right onto North Dubuque Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Dubuque Street
18
Turn left onto Kimball Road
477 ft
·
21 sec
·
Kimball Road
19
Keep slight right at fork onto North Gilbert Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Gilbert Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Gilbert Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 41-minute duration, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow for any unexpected delays or to take advantage of the flexibility a shorter drive offers. While the longest stretch is 92.7 miles on the Avenue of the Saints, plan for your single stop strategically along this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan accordingly, especially as much of this is a local drive. Being mindful of the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route will help you maintain a steady pace.
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 64.9 miles from Greene, IA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.7 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.9 miles or 1h 24m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Iowa City, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greene, 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 Greene, IA
This is one driving day of about 129.7 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Greene, 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 Avenue of the Saints for about 92.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.9 mi from Greene, IA · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.9 miles from Greene, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Avenue of the Saints if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.7 miles.
Arriving in Iowa City, IA
The final approach into Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, 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
$20.28 one way
$40.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.26 | $44.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.96 | $49.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.64 | $57.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.16 | $8.30 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Iowa City, IA
Evening in Iowa City on Friday
Local time
6:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Vinton, IA
65 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 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 41m 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 Greene, IA to Iowa City, IA covers 129.7 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, 110th Street, Leo P Rooff Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.9 miles from Greene, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.28 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 129.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Traer Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Greene, IA and Iowa City, IA, road signs point toward Dubuque and Cedar Falls.
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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