Origin
Walcott, IA
Evening in Walcott on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
71.8 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walcott, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Walcott to Cedar Rapids, this 71.8-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Iowa landscape. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes behind the wheel for this trip, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of roughly $11, it is a very economical way to navigate between these two Midwestern points. You will navigate via Bryant Street, South Main Street, and 200th Street rather than relying on the interstate system. This route is ideal if you prefer local roads over high-speed travel, offering a direct, no-nonsense connection between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.9 miles from Walcott, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the 71.8-mile stretch. Unlike a standard interstate cruise, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will be navigating surface roads for the entirety of the trip. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on Bryant Street, you should anticipate frequent turns and consistent steering adjustments. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various streets that make up the path. It is a technical drive that rewards drivers who prefer the intimacy of local transit over the monotony of high-speed lanes.
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.
Bryant 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bryant Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| 200th Street | — | — |
| 60th Avenue | — | — |
| North Plainview Road | — | — |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | — | — |
| I 380 | — | — |
| Avenue of the Saints | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bryant Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walcott, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on Downey Street
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
Downey Street
2
Turn right onto Bryant Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bryant Street
3
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto 200th Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
200th Street
5
Turn right onto 60th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
60th Avenue
6
Continue on North Plainview Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Plainview Road
7
Take the ramp sharp left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
44 mi
·
48 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 380, US 218, IA 27
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
11
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
12
Take the exit slight right toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
13
Keep slight right
318 ft
·
8 sec
14
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
15
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
16
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
17
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
18
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
19
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
427 ft
·
19 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 1-hour and 12-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You won't need to worry about planning for multiple rest stops given the modest distance, allowing you to complete the drive in one smooth push. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway cruising. Pay close attention to navigation as you move between Bryant Street, South Main Street, and 200th Street to avoid missing any turns. Taking this route during daylight hours is highly recommended to ensure you can easily spot signage along these secondary roads.
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 35.9 miles from Walcott, IA, or about 36m 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 16 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.9 miles or 36m 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 1m
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 Walcott, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Walcott, IA
This is one driving day of about 71.8 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Walcott, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.9 mi from Walcott, IA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.9 miles from Walcott, 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
$11.23 one way
$22.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.32 | $24.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.82 | $27.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.54 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
6:34 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
2 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
1h 12m 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 Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 71.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bryant Street, South Main Street, 200th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.9 miles from Walcott, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.23 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.
The drive from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Walcott, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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