How far is Toledo, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Toledo, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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 00h 51m.
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.
City in Tama 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 Toledo and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toledo and Waterloo.
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Start on South Church Street
4 m · 6 sec · South Church Street
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Turn left onto East High Street
1293 ft · 1 min · East High Street
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Turn right onto North County Road
3003 ft · 51 sec · North County Road
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Continue on J Avenue
11.8 mi · 18 min · J Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right
30.1 mi · 43 min
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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 Toledo 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
At the end of the road, turn right
30.1 mi · 00h 43m
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 Toledo and Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Toledo to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Traer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Toledo and 21.7 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.77 one way or $11.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Toledo and Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Toledo and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 36.38 mi (58.54 km).
#1 Toledo
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,125 |
| Coordinates | 41.9955500, -92.5768600 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| 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: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.51 | $13.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.12 | $14.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.12 | $16.23 |
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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