Distance Guide
How far is Cedar Rapids from Iowa City?
The distance between Cedar Rapids, IA and Iowa City, IA is about 23 miles — roughly a 25 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
23 mi
Drive time
25 min
Midpoint
41.819°, -91.598°
Driving from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City
Most drivers cover the 23-mile route in about 25 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 12 miles each instead of 23. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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