How far is Waterloo, IA from Evansdale, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Evansdale, IA is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.5 miles (5.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Evansdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Evansdale.
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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 left onto West 11th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West 11th Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
3050 ft · 56 sec · Franklin Street
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Continue on Dubuque Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Dubuque Road
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Turn right onto North Evans Road
1499 ft · 32 sec · North Evans Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lafayette Road
1987 ft · 40 sec · Lafayette Road
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Turn right onto Grand Boulevard
2162 ft · 1 min · Grand Boulevard
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
6 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Evansdale.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Dubuque Road
Continue on Dubuque Road
1.68 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Evansdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Evansdale?
The road trip is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km) and usually takes 00h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Elk Run Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.3 miles from Waterloo and 2.3 miles from Evansdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.5 miles (5.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.60 one way or $1.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waterloo and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Evansdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Evansdale. Straight-line distance: 3.55 mi (5.72 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 Evansdale
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 4,734 |
| Coordinates | 42.4691500, -92.2810200 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Evansdale (-92.28102, 42.46915)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.60 | $1.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.68 | $1.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.74 | $1.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
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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