Origin
Walford, IA
Morning in Walford on Thursday
Local time
6:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
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
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
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.
Walford, IA
Sky Eye Imagery
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.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68
At end of road, turn left onto US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68
Navigation decision point
5
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
5
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...
5
13.6 mi into trip
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~22m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
14 mi into trip
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~23m in
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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.
1
Start on B Avenue West
371 ft
·
20 sec
·
B Avenue West
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 151
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Co Trunk Rd E68
3
Continue on US 151
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Amana Road Southwest
4
Continue on US 151
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard
5
Enter roundabout onto US 151
85 ft
·
1 sec
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Williams Boulevard
6
Continue on US 151
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
7
Continue on US 151 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Williams Blvd
8
Continue on US 151 Business
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard Southwest
9
Continue on US 151 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Avenue West
10
Turn left onto 3rd Street Southwest
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
3rd Street Southwest
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 380 North, IA 27 North
12
Merge onto I 380; IA 27
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
14
Keep slight right at fork
319 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
16
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
17
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
18
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
19
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
20
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
21
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
$2
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 | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $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.
Destination
Cedar Rapids, IA
Morning in Cedar Rapids on Thursday
Local time
6:36 AM
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.
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.
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.
On the drive from Walford, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Coldstream along the way.
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