How far is Center Point, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Center Point, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Center Point and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Center Point and Waterloo.
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Start on State Street
864 ft · 26 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Franklin Street
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Continue on Lewis Access Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Lewis Access Road
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Take the ramp right
1887 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
35 mi · 38 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
2.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Washington Street
2296 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
121 m · 13 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Center Point and Waterloo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
35 mi · 00h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny leaving Center Point and Chance Rain Showers near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Center Point to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Center Point and 20.3 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny around Center Point and Chance Rain Showers near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Center Point and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 35.31 mi (56.82 km).
#1 Center Point
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,560 |
| Coordinates | 42.1908300, -91.7851800 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,292 |
| Coordinates | 42.4927600, -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-92.342752, 42.492625)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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