How far is Waterloo, IA from Guttenberg, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Guttenberg, IA is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 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 Delaware County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Guttenberg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Guttenberg.
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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
55.4 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 136, US 52 North: Dyersville, Cascade
2268 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto 9th Street Southeast
1.6 km · 2 min · 9th Street Southeast
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Continue on 11th Street Southeast
969 ft · 16 sec · 11th Street Southeast
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Continue on 11th Street Northeast
1.2 km · 1 min · 11th Street Northeast
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Continue on US 52
3.7 mi · 5 min · US 52
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Continue on Columbus Street
2936 ft · 50 sec · Columbus Street
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Continue on US 52
3.9 mi · 5 min · US 52
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Continue on South Andres Street
12.4 mi · 17 min · South Andres Street
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Continue on South 5th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South 5th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
539 ft · 21 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Guttenberg.
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
55.4 mi · 01h 04m
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 Waterloo and Sunny near Guttenberg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Guttenberg?
The road trip is about 88.7 miles (142.7 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.2 miles from Waterloo and 44.4 miles from Guttenberg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.3 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.80 one way or $23.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Sunny near Guttenberg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Guttenberg. Straight-line distance: 66.36 mi (106.8 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 Guttenberg
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,783 |
| Coordinates | 42.7858200, -91.0995700 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Guttenberg (-91.09957, 42.78582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $11.80 | $23.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.60 | $33.20 |
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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