Trip from Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA

Q: How long is the trip from Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA?

The drive from Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 15.1 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Amana Road Southwest, Williams Boulevard, Williams Boulevard Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 7.6 miles from Walford, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

25m

Distance

15.1 mi

24 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min

4 AM

0h 24m ★

6 AM

0h 26m

8 AM

0h 30m

10 AM

0h 27m

12 PM

0h 27m

3 PM

0h 28m

5 PM

0h 30m

8 PM

0h 24m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This short 18.8-mile drive between Walford and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, will only take about 23 minutes to complete. With no highway driving involved, expect a local feel throughout. This route is perfect as a quick day trip, requiring just one day of your itinerary. The estimated fuel cost is a very affordable $3, making it an economical choice. Since there are no designated stops and the longest stretch is undefined, you'll have plenty of flexibility to make spontaneous detours if you see something interesting along the way. This trip stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent regional experience.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 15.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

This journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating through local roads with frequent turns rather than long, straight highway stretches. With 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate speeds. The drive progresses along roads like Co Trunk Rd E68, Amana Road Southwest, and Williams Boulevard, offering a consistent local driving experience without long, uninterrupted stretches. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you manage these numerous turns.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Amana Road Southwest is the longest continuous segment at about 3.4 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 15.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68

At end of road, turn left onto US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68

Navigation decision point

11.1 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the ramp toward I 380 North, IA 27 North

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 380 North, IA 27 North

13.4 mi into trip | ~21m 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...

13.6 mi into trip | ~22m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

14 mi into trip | ~23m 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 Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Coldstream along the way.

Coldstream

13.4 mi in | ~21m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Amana Road Southwest	3.4 mi	4m
Williams Boulevard	3.3 mi	4m
Williams Boulevard Southwest	2 mi	4m
Avenue of the Saints	2 mi	2m
1st Avenue West	1.2 mi	2m
Williams Blvd	1 mi	1m
32nd Street Northeast	0.8 mi	1m
29th Street Northeast	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Amana Road Southwest — 3.4 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Walford, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.

Start on B Avenue West

371 ft · 20 sec · B Avenue West

At end of road, turn left onto US 151

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Co Trunk Rd E68

Continue on US 151

3.4 mi · 4 min · Amana Road Southwest

Continue on US 151

3.0 mi · 4 min · Williams Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto US 151

85 ft · 1 sec · Williams Boulevard

Continue on US 151

0.3 mi · 24 sec · Williams Boulevard

Continue on US 151 Business

1.0 mi · 1 min · Williams Blvd

Continue on US 151 Business

2.0 mi · 4 min · Williams Boulevard Southwest

Continue on US 151 Business

1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue West

Turn left onto 3rd Street Southwest

54 ft · 1 sec · 3rd Street Southwest

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 380 North, IA 27 North

Merge onto I 380; IA 27

2.0 mi · 2 min · Avenue of the Saints

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street

Keep slight right at fork

319 ft · 8 sec

Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast

0.3 mi · 36 sec · 29th Street Northeast

Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Oakland Road Northeast

Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast

0.8 mi · 1 min · 32nd Street Northeast

Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast

184 ft · 10 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast

Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast

177 ft · 7 sec · Crystal Drive Northeast

Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast

428 ft · 18 sec · Tiperary Drive Northeast

Arrive at destination

Tiperary Drive Northeast

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.36 one way

$4.72 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$2.59	$5.18
premium	$4.89	$2.91	$5.81
diesel	$5.61	$3.33	$6.67

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	4.5	$1.59	$0.72
Efficient EV	3.8	$1.32	$0.60
EV Truck/SUV	6	$2.11	$0.97

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Walford, IA

Evening in Walford on Thursday

Local time

5:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cedar Rapids, IA

Evening in Cedar Rapids on Thursday

Local time

5:34 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

25m 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 Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 15.1 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Amana Road Southwest, Williams Boulevard, Williams Boulevard Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 7.6 miles from Walford, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.36 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.