How far is Dike, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Dike, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dike and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dike and Waterloo.
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Start on West State Street
973 ft · 48 sec · West State Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Street
1617 ft · 43 sec · 1st Street
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Take the ramp right
1344 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
11.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63: Sergeant Road
3054 ft · 1 min
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Turn slight right
37 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Sergeant Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Sergeant Road
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Turn right onto University Avenue
118 m · 9 sec · University Avenue
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Turn straight
1708 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
617 ft · 10 sec
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Continue on Washington Street
1175 ft · 26 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
23 m · 2 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 Dike and Waterloo.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
1st Street
Merge slight left
11.4 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Dike and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dike to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.6 miles from Dike and 8.6 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.30 one way or $4.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Dike and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dike and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 14.67 mi (23.61 km).
#1 Dike
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,267 |
| Coordinates | 42.4641500, -92.6282500 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| 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: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.59 | $5.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
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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