How far is Rockwell City, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Rockwell City, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 124.3 miles (200.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117 miles (188.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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 01h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwell City and Waterloo.
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Start on 4th Street
58 m · 10 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
914 ft · 45 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 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 Rockwell City 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
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rockwell City and Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockwell City to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 124.3 miles (200.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.1 miles from Rockwell City and 62.3 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117 miles (188.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.55 one way or $33.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rockwell City and Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockwell City and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 117 mi (188.29 km).
#1 Rockwell City
City in and county seat of Calhoun County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,082 |
| Coordinates | 42.3952600, -94.6338700 |
| Altitude | 375 |
| 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: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.55 | $33.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.43 | $40.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.28 | $46.57 |
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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