How far is Waterloo, IA from Belle Plaine, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Belle Plaine, IA is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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 07m.
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.
Former town, now a suburb of Kirkcaldy, Scotland
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Belle Plaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Belle Plaine.
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Start on West 4th Street
23 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
2684 ft · 56 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 11th Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West 11th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Ridgeway Avenue
604 ft · 24 sec · East Ridgeway Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto Hammond Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Hammond Avenue
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Turn right onto East San Marnan Drive
2661 ft · 58 sec · East San Marnan Drive
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Turn left onto Hawkeye Road
11 mi · 17 min · Hawkeye Road
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Continue on State Highway 21
8 mi · 12 min · State Highway 21
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 58th Street
2.5 mi · 3 min · 58th Street
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Turn right onto Holsted Street
20.3 mi · 29 min · Holsted Street
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Turn right onto 7th Avenue
14 m · 1 sec · 7th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Belle Plaine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Holsted Street
Turn right onto Holsted Street
20.3 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Waterloo and Rain Showers Likely near Belle Plaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Belle Plaine?
The road trip is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Dysart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Waterloo and 22.6 miles from Belle Plaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Waterloo and Rain Showers Likely near Belle Plaine.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Belle Plaine. Straight-line distance: 41.3 mi (66.47 km).
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,292 |
| Coordinates | 42.4927600, -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belle Plaine
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,417 |
| Coordinates | 41.8969400, -92.2782400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Belle Plaine (-92.27824, 41.89694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
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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