Origin
Williamsburg, IA
Morning in Williamsburg on Friday
Local time
6:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamsburg, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
45.1 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamsburg, IA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 45.1-mile drive from Williamsburg, IA, to Cedar Rapids, IA, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 54 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the Avenue of the Saints and I-80, with a portion on State Highway 149. The estimated fuel cost for this short journey is around $7. Given that both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you won't experience significant geographical shifts. This route offers a straightforward connection between these two Iowa communities, perfect for a quick transition or a short excursion.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 45.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with 43% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, including a notable 21.6-mile segment on the Avenue of the Saints where you can maintain a good pace. The profile suggests a blend of driving experiences, meaning you'll likely transition between more open highway conditions and potentially some more local road segments as you approach your destination. It's not a purely monotonous interstate experience, offering some variety.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 21.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 45.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
20.4 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
20.9 mi into trip
|
~24m 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
43.3 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
43.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
43.9 mi into trip
|
~52m 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 Williamsburg, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.
Waterloo
20.9 mi in
|
~24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| I 80 | 18.1 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 149 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 32nd Street Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Highland Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 29th Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Tiperary Drive Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 21.6 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsburg, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.
1
Start on Court Street
142 ft
·
11 sec
·
Court Street
2
Turn left onto West Welsh Street
399 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Welsh Street
3
Turn left onto IA 149
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Highland Street
4
Continue on IA 149
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 149
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 80
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 80
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
9
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Glass Road, 32nd Street, Coldstream, 29th Street
11
Keep slight right at fork
319 ft
·
8 sec
12
Turn straight onto 29th Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
29th Street Northeast
13
Turn left onto Oakland Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Road Northeast
14
Turn right onto 32nd Street Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
32nd Street Northeast
15
Turn right onto Crystal Drive Northeast
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
16
Continue on Crystal Drive Northeast
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Crystal Drive Northeast
17
Continue on Tiperary Drive Northeast
428 ft
·
18 sec
·
Tiperary Drive Northeast
18
Arrive at destination
Tiperary Drive Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Williamsburg, IA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Williamsburg, 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
$7.05 one way
$14.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Friday
Local time
6:03 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
23 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
54m 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 Williamsburg, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA covers 45.1 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, I 80, State Highway 149. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.5 miles from Williamsburg, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.05 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 is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 45.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Williamsburg, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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