How far is Hawarden, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Hawarden, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 253.6 miles (408.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213 miles (342.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Calhoun County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hawarden and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawarden and Waterloo.
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Start on Central Avenue
105 m · 17 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Continue on 450th Street
5 mi · 7 min · 450th Street
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Turn right onto Dipper Avenue
6.1 mi · 8 min · Dipper Avenue
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Continue on County Road K22
7 mi · 10 min · County Road K22
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Continue on State Highway 3
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on County Road K22
3 mi · 4 min · County Road K22
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Turn left onto County Road C38
10.9 mi · 15 min · County Road C38
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Turn right onto County Road K49
13 mi · 18 min · County Road K49
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Continue on Fayette Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · Fayette Avenue
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Turn left onto 110th Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · 110th Street
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Turn right onto Grundy Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Grundy Avenue
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Continue on 140th Street
1.1 km · 58 sec · 140th Street
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Turn right onto Haskell Avenue
1831 ft · 31 sec · Haskell Avenue
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Turn right onto State Highway 140
895 ft · 14 sec · State Highway 140
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Continue on North 1st Street
1 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto Highway 20
27.1 mi · 32 min · Highway 20
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Continue on United States Highway 20
8.3 mi · 10 min · United States Highway 20
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Continue on 220th Street
154.8 mi · 2 hr 59 min · 220th Street
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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 Hawarden 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.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
155 mi · 02h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hawarden to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 253.6 miles (408.1 km) and usually takes 04h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jolley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.6 miles from Hawarden and 127.9 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213 miles (342.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.75 one way or $67.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Hawarden and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hawarden and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 213.02 mi (342.82 km).
#1 Hawarden
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,443 |
| Coordinates | 42.9958200, -96.4853100 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| 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: 408 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 09m |
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 | $33.75 | $67.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.06 | $76.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.65 | $83.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.47 | $94.94 |
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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