How far is Waterloo, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterloo and Council Bluffs is 199.94 miles (321.77 km).
Flight distance from Waterloo, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 199.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Waterloo to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 257.83 miles (414.93 km) by car.
Driving from Waterloo to Council Bluffs will take approximately 03 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.
| Population | 62216 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2619400 |
| Longitude | -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Waterloo and Council Bluffs
The distance between Waterloo and Council Bluffs is 415 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Waterloo and Council Bluffs. The current time is 09:41:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 34.44 liters (9.1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterloo and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterloo to Council Bluffs is $29.89 (diesel $42.29).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $29.89 | $32.73 | $36.97 | $42.29 |
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The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waterloo and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
