How far is Independence, IA from Waterloo, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Independence and Waterloo is 23.18 miles (37.3 km).

Flight distance from Independence, IA to Waterloo, IA is 23.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Independence, Iowa to Waterloo, Iowa is: 26.45 miles (42.56 km) by car.

Driving from Independence to Waterloo will take approximately 00 hours 30 minutes.

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#1 Independence

City in Iowa

Population 6203
GPS Coordinates 42°28'7"N 91°53'22"W
Latitude 42.4686000
Longitude -91.8893400
Altitude 285
Country United States
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#2 Waterloo

The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.

Population 67292
GPS Coordinates 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W
Latitude 42.4927600
Longitude -92.3429600
Altitude 261
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Independence and Waterloo

The distance between Independence and Waterloo is 43 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 28 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Independence and Waterloo. The current time is 11:28:17.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 26 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 22 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 21 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 19 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.53 liters (0.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Waterloo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Waterloo is $3.07 (diesel $4.34).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $3.07 $3.36 $3.79 $4.34

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Waterloo (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Ames, IA to Independence 121.14 miles (195 km)

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Driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Independence 128.69 miles (207 km)

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Driving distance from Cedar Falls, IA to Independence 34.97 miles (56 km)

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Driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Independence 278.05 miles (447 km)

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Driving distance from Davenport, IA to Independence 121.01 miles (195 km)

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Driving distance from Des Moines, IA to Independence 134.54 miles (217 km)

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Driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Independence 66.7 miles (107 km)

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Driving distance from Indiana, IA to Independence 149.19 miles (240 km)

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Driving distance from Iowa City, IA to Independence 66.7 miles (107 km)

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Driving distance from Marion, IA to Independence 38.81 miles (62 km)

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