How far is Waterloo, IA from Bellevue, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Bellevue, IA is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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 02h 19m.
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.
Human settlement in Delaware 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 Waterloo and Bellevue.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Bellevue.
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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
2.7 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
75.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 South: Asbury, Bellevue
1713 ft · 43 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Southwest Arterial
32 m · 6 sec · Southwest Arterial
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Exit the rotary onto Southwest Arterial
5.2 mi · 7 min · Southwest Arterial
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Continue on O'Rourke Lane
2234 ft · 47 sec · O'Rourke Lane
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Turn right onto Olde Davenport Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Olde Davenport Road
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Turn left onto Schueller Heights Road
2 mi · 4 min · Schueller Heights Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Great River Road
5.9 mi · 8 min · Great River Road
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Continue on Main Street
2641 ft · 55 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Great River Road
7.6 mi · 10 min · Great River Road
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Continue on North Riverview Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · North Riverview Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Riverview Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Bellevue.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-380 south
Keep slight left
75.6 mi · 01h 28m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bellevue.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Bellevue?
The road trip is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Earlville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.7 miles from Waterloo and 55.9 miles from Bellevue.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.86 one way or $29.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Waterloo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bellevue.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 99.33 mi (159.85 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 Bellevue
City in Jackson County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,185 |
| Coordinates | 42.2586300, -90.4229100 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bellevue (-90.42291, 42.25863)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.76 | $33.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.34 | $36.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.90 | $41.80 |
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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