How far is Monona, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Monona, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Chickasaw County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monona and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monona and Waterloo.
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Start on East Iowa Street
2826 ft · 1 min · East Iowa Street
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Continue on 120th Street
3119 ft · 1 min · 120th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto South Lawler Street
723 ft · 18 sec · South Lawler Street
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Turn left onto West Tilden Street
7.8 mi · 11 min · West Tilden Street
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Continue on Mill Street
9.1 mi · 13 min · Mill Street
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Continue on East Bradford Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Bradford Street
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Continue on 230th Street
13 mi · 18 min · 230th Street
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Continue on 270th Street
5.5 mi · 8 min · 270th Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on 270th Street
5.6 mi · 8 min · 270th Street
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Take the ramp left
2080 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto McCloud Avenue
22.4 mi · 26 min · McCloud Avenue
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Continue on Logan Avenue
8.7 mi · 12 min · Logan Avenue
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Continue on East Mullan Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Mullan Avenue
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Turn straight
1100 ft · 20 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 Monona 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.
McCloud Avenue
Merge slight left onto McCloud Avenue
22.4 mi · 00h 26m
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 Monona and Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monona to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Fredericksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Monona and 43.5 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 3:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.54 one way or $23.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monona and Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monona and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 61.89 mi (99.6 km).
#1 Monona
Township in Clayton County, Iowa
| Population | 1,462 |
| Coordinates | 43.0516500, -91.3893000 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.01 | $26.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
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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