Origin
Mapleton, IA
Morning in Mapleton on Monday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mapleton, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
246.5 mi
397 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
15 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Mapleton, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 246.5 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 220th Street, Avenue of the Saints, State Highway 175 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 165.9 miles on 220th Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
123.3 miles from Mapleton, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 51m drive with frequent turns across 246.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
220th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 165.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 141; IA 175 / North 4th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 141; IA 175 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (IA 175 / State Highway 175): Navigation decision point; at 17 miles (L67 / Eagle Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IA 141; IA 175 / North 4th Street
Turn right onto IA 141; IA 175 / North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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IA 175 / State Highway 175
Turn right onto IA 175 / State Highway 175
Navigation decision point
3
17 mi into trip
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~25m in
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L67 / Eagle Avenue
Turn left onto L67 / Eagle Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
202.5 mi into trip
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~4h 2m 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
245.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 220th Street | 165.9 mi | 3h 11m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| State Highway 175 | 15.4 mi | 21m |
| Eagle Avenue | 10 mi | 13m |
| United States Highway 20 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| Highway 20 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
220th Street
— 165.9 mi, about 3h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mapleton, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
46 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto IA 141; IA 175
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
3
Turn right onto IA 175
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 175
4
Continue on IA 175
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
5
Continue on IA 175
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 175
6
Turn left onto L67
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Eagle Avenue
7
Turn right onto US 20
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 20
8
Continue on US 20
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
United States Highway 20
9
Continue on US 20
166 mi
·
3 hr 11 min
·
220th Street
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27
42 mi
·
45 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
121 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn left onto 32nd Street Northeast
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
14
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
15
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
16
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
17
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
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 123.3 miles from Mapleton, IA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.9 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.3 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
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 Mapleton, 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 Mapleton, IA
This is one driving day of about 246.5 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mapleton, 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 220th Street for about 165.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123.3 mi from Mapleton, IA · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123.3 miles from Mapleton, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 220th Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.9 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.44 one way
$74.88 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $41.27 | $82.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $46.53 | $93.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.76 | $109.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
15 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Fort Dodge Ford Lincoln Toyota
Fort Dodge, IA
EV Connect
9 DCFC
Hy-Vee Waterloo - Tesla Supercharger
Waterloo, IA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Hy-Vee Grocery Store - Tesla Supercharger
Cedar Rapids, IA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Kwik Star 927 Fort Dodge
Fort Dodge, IA
CHARGELAB
4 DCFC
115 S. 29th Street
Fort Dodge, IA
CHARGELAB
4 DCFC
Flying J 572
Williams, IA
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Bill Colwell Ford
Hudson, IA
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
225 Commercial St
Waterloo, IA
CHARGELAB
4 DCFC
CHARGELAB: 5
EV Connect: 2
Tesla: 2
Blink Network: 2
RED_E: 1
eVgo Network: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
ChargePoint Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74 | 0 | $25.88 | $11.83 |
| Efficient EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.57 | $9.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.6 | 1 | $34.51 | $15.78 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Cedar Rapids on Monday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
3 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
4h 51m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mapleton, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 246.5 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 220th Street, Avenue of the Saints, State Highway 175. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123.3 miles from Mapleton, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.44 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 141; IA 175 / North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (IA 175 / State Highway 175): Navigation decision point; at 17 miles (L67 / Eagle Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Mapleton, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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