Origin
Lenox, IA
Afternoon in Lenox on Thursday
Local time
1:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
212.5 mi
342 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
★
6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 212.5 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Van Buren Street, 110th Street, Highway 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.22 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
106.2 miles from Lenox, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 212.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 37m drive with frequent turns across 212.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Van Buren Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
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 3h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Van Buren Street | — | — |
| 110th Street | — | — |
| Highway 25 | — | — |
| Adams-Union Avenue | — | — |
| I-35 north | — | — |
| US 6 West | — | — |
| Northeast Hubbell Avenue | — | — |
| Northeast Hubbell Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Van Buren Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenox, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on North Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Maple Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Van Buren Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Van Buren Street
3
Continue on 110th Street
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
110th Street
4
Turn left onto State Highway 25
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 25
5
Continue on Adams-Union Avenue
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Adams-Union Avenue
6
Turn right
39 mi
·
54 min
7
Take the ramp right toward I-35 north: Des Moines
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I-35 north: Des Moines
8
Merge slight left
53 mi
·
58 min
9
Keep slight left
4.5 mi
·
5 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 65 North, IA 330 North: Marshalltown, Bondurant
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 6 West, US 65 North, IA 330 North: Marshalltown, Bondurant
11
Turn left onto Northeast Hubbell Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Hubbell Avenue
12
Continue on Northeast Hubbell Road
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Northeast Hubbell Road
13
Take the exit right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
14
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
37 mi
·
42 min
·
Lincoln Highway
15
Continue on 73rd Street
27 mi
·
30 min
·
73rd Street
16
Take the exit slight right toward IA 100 East: Cedar Rapids, Marion
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 100 East: Cedar Rapids, Marion
17
Continue straight
8.3 mi
·
9 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
19
Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, IA 27 south: Iowa City
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
I-380 south, IA 27 south: Iowa City
20
Keep slight left to continue on I-380 south, IA 27 south: Iowa City
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I-380 south, IA 27 south: Iowa City
21
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Avenue of the Saints
22
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
23
Keep slight left
121 ft
·
5 sec
24
Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
25
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
26
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
27
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
427 ft
·
19 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.2 miles from Lenox, IA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
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 47 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.2 miles or 1h 48m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Rapids, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lenox, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Lenox, IA
This is one driving day of about 212.5 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Lenox, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.2 mi from Lenox, IA · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.2 miles from Lenox, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cedar Rapids, 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
$33.22 one way
$66.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.48 | $72.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.89 | $81.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.92 | $93.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.31 | $10.20 |
| Efficient EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.59 | $8.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85 | 1 | $29.75 | $13.60 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Cedar Rapids, IA
Afternoon in Cedar Rapids on Thursday
Local time
1:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
3h 37m 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 Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 212.5 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Van Buren Street, 110th Street, Highway 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106.2 miles from Lenox, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lenox, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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