Origin
North Liberty, IA
Evening in North Liberty on Wednesday
Local time
5:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Liberty, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
22.2 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Liberty, IA
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between North Liberty and Cedar Rapids, this 22.1-mile journey is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 26 minutes. You will primarily navigate via North Front Street, West Penn Street, and I-380 North to complete the trip. Because the distance is so short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Budgeting roughly $3 for fuel should be sufficient to cover your transit between these two Midwestern locations. This route is ideal if you need a reliable, no-fuss way to move between these Iowa cities without any complex planning required.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.1 miles from North Liberty, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused driving experience as you navigate away from North Liberty. While the path utilizes I-380 North, the route is defined more by its local road segments than high-speed highway cruising. You will encounter zero highway-share miles in the traditional sense, as the road character remains consistent with urban or suburban transit. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch is zero miles on North Front Street, you should stay alert for frequent turns and intersection changes throughout the drive. It is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention rather than a relaxing, long-haul interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 17.7 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR F28 / West Penn Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (CR F28 / West Penn Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR F28 / West Penn Street
Enter roundabout onto CR F28 / West Penn Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 380 North, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward I 380 North, US 218 North, IA 27 North:...
5
20.4 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
20.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
21 mi into trip
|
~27m 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 North Liberty, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Coldstream along the way.
Coldstream
20.4 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| West Penn Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Front Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tiperary Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Crystal Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 17.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Liberty, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on North Dubuque Street
158 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Dubuque Street
2
Continue on North Front Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Front Street
3
Enter roundabout onto CR F28
184 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Penn Street
4
Continue on CR F28
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Penn Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 4
Toward I 380 North, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids
6
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
8
Keep slight right at fork
319 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
10
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
11
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
12
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
13
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
14
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
15
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 26-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily make this drive in one go without needing to plan for rest stops, as the total duration is quite minimal. With no mandatory stops required along the way, you can focus on timing your departure to avoid local peak traffic hours. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind, but remember that the convenience of this quick connection is its greatest asset. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the North Front Street and West Penn Street transitions early, as the turn-heavy nature of the start can be the most demanding part of your journey.
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 11.1 miles from North Liberty, IA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.7 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.1 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Rapids, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving North Liberty, IA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Liberty, IA
This is one driving day of about 22.2 miles and 29m.
At 22.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Avenue of the Saints for about 17.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.1 mi from North Liberty, IA · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from North Liberty, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cedar Rapids, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cedar Rapids, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.47 one way
$6.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.27 | $8.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Evening in Cedar Rapids on Wednesday
Local time
5:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
29m 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 North Liberty, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 22.2 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, West Penn Street, 32nd Street Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 miles from North Liberty, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.47 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 22.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (CR F28 / West Penn Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from North Liberty, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Coldstream along the way.
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