How far is Pleasantville, IA from Waterloo, IA?
Fastest route
The distance between Pleasantville, Iowa 50225, and Waterloo, Iowa, is approximately 121 miles (195 kilometers). The fastest route to reach Waterloo is currently via US-63 N. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Directions
- Head east on E Jackson St toward N Columbus St.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Columbus St.
- Turn right onto E North St.
- Turn left onto IA-5 Business/Hobson St.
- Continue to follow IA-5 Business.
- Continue onto SE 116th St.
- Continue onto SE 112th St.
- Continue onto NE 38th Ave.
- Continue onto NE 116th St.
- Continue onto Center Ave N.
- Turn right onto NE 112th St.
- Get on US-30 E in Marshall County from IA-330 N.
- Turn right to merge onto US-30 E.
- Follow US-30 E and US-63 N to University Ave in Waterloo.
- Slight right toward 300th St.
- Slight right onto 300th St.
- Turn left onto US-63 N/N County Rd.
- Continue to follow US-63 N.
- Continue straight onto Sergeant Rd.
- Turn right onto University Ave.
- Drive to Washington St.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right to stay on University Ave.
- Continue onto Washington St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan ahead: Before starting the journey, check for any potential traffic or road closures that might affect your travel time.
- ⛽ Fuel up: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip, especially if there are long stretches between gas stations.
- 🚧 Be aware of construction: Be prepared for possible roadwork or construction along the way, and follow any detours or alternate routes if needed.
- 📱 Stay connected: Keep your phone charged and have a car charger handy, in case you need to use navigation or make emergency calls.
- 🍽️ Pack snacks: Bring some snacks and water for the road to stay refreshed and energized during the trip.
- 💡 Check weather conditions: Before you leave, check the weather forecast for both your starting point and destination to be prepared for any adverse conditions.
- 🛣️ Follow road signs: Pay attention to road signs and directions to avoid missing any turns or exits along the route.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
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.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Marshal County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pleasantville and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasantville and Waterloo.
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Start on South Washington Street
29 m · 6 sec · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Jasper Street
2212 ft · 44 sec · East Jasper Street
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Continue on County Highway G40
892 ft · 21 sec · County Highway G40
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Turn right onto State Highway 5
16 mi · 18 min · State Highway 5
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Take the exit slight right
2879 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
9.1 mi · 11 min · Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Hubbell Avenue, Altoona
1780 ft · 45 sec
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Continue straight
1594 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Hubbell Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hubbell Avenue
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Continue on Northeast Hubbell Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Northeast Hubbell Avenue
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Continue on Northeast Hubbell Road
35.2 mi · 42 min · Northeast Hubbell Road
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Turn left onto Marsh Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 160th Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street
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Turn left onto Sanford Avenue
15.9 mi · 22 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn right onto 240th Street
6.3 mi · 9 min · 240th Street
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Turn left onto M Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · M Avenue
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Continue on County Road T37
1 mi · 1 min · County Road T37
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Turn sharp right onto 210th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 210th Street
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Turn left onto N Avenue
4.4 mi · 6 min · N Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward US 20 East: Waterloo
2388 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
18 mi · 21 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 Pleasantville and Waterloo.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Northeast Hubbell Road
Continue on Northeast Hubbell Road
35.2 mi · 00h 42m
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 Pleasantville and Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pleasantville to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Marshalltown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.7 miles from Pleasantville and 56.9 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.1 miles (145 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.18 one way or $32.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pleasantville and Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pleasantville and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 90.09 mi (144.99 km).
#1 Pleasantville
City in Marion County, Iowa
| Population | 1,714 |
| Coordinates | 41.3858300, -93.2693700 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| 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: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $16.18 | $32.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.25 | $36.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.97 | $39.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
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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