How far is Glidden, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Glidden, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 152.9 miles (246 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glidden and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glidden and Waterloo.
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Start on North Idaho Street
18 m · 8 sec · North Idaho Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
795 ft · 40 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Colorado Street
2673 ft · 53 sec · Colorado Street
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Continue on N41
8.1 mi · 14 min · N41
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Continue on Timber Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · Timber Avenue
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Continue on Jennings Avenue
3.9 mi · 7 min · Jennings Avenue
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Continue on South Hancock Street
559 ft · 13 sec · South Hancock Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on 360th Street
3 mi · 5 min · 360th Street
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Turn left onto Norridge Avenue
9 mi · 12 min · Norridge Avenue
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Turn right onto West High Street
1 mi · 2 min · West High Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Continue on Ogden Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Ogden Avenue
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Turn right
115.5 mi · 2 hr 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 Glidden 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.
Longest stretch
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116 mi · 02h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Glidden and Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glidden to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 152.9 miles (246 km) and usually takes 02h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Webster City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Glidden and 76.5 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.6 miles (202.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.33 one way or $40.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Glidden and Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glidden and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 125.64 mi (202.19 km).
#1 Glidden
City in Carroll County, Iowa
| Population | 1,090 |
| Coordinates | 42.0569300, -94.7288700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $20.33 | $40.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.92 | $45.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.09 | $50.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
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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