Origin
New Sharon, IA
Night in New Sharon on Thursday
Local time
10:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
92.2 mi
148 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 92.2 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, East Market Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.5 miles on I 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.41 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
46.1 miles from New Sharon, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 92.2 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 (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 92.2 miles and takes about 1h 52m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 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 46.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 67.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 92.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 67.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
6
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar...
5
90.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29t...
5
90.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
91.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
Oakland Road Northeast
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
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 New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.
Waterloo
68 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 46.5 mi | 49m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| East Market Street | 20.7 mi | 30m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Tiperary Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Crystal Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 46.5 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Sharon, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on IA 146
114 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 63
21 mi
·
30 min
·
East Market Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
4
Merge onto I 80
46 mi
·
49 min
·
I 80
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
7
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
9
Keep slight right at fork
319 ft
·
8 sec
10
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
11
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
12
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
13
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
14
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
15
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
16
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 46.1 miles from New Sharon, IA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.1 miles or 58m 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 31m
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 New Sharon, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Sharon, IA
This is one driving day of about 92.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from New Sharon, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 46.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.1 mi from New Sharon, IA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.1 miles from New Sharon, 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
$14.41 one way
$28.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.83 | $31.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.74 | $35.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.36 | $40.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.68 | $4.43 |
| Efficient EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
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.
Destination
Cedar Rapids, IA
Night in Cedar Rapids on Thursday
Local time
10:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
S 5 mph
0% chance
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
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
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 New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 92.2 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, East Market Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.1 miles from New Sharon, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.41 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 92.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 67.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New Sharon, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.
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