How far is Waterloo, IA from Hawarden, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Hawarden, IA is about 253.2 miles (407.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213 miles (342.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 09m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Calhoun 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 Hawarden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Hawarden.
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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
117 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
1622 ft · 34 sec · West 5th Street
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Continue on West 4th Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · West 4th Street
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Turn slight right onto West Ridgeway Avenue
3073 ft · 1 min · West Ridgeway Avenue
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Turn left onto Sergeant Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Sergeant Road
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Take the ramp left
1428 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
155.2 mi · 2 hr 59 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Continue on 160th Street
6.4 mi · 7 min · 160th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 20
1.9 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 20
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Continue on Highway 20
39.6 mi · 47 min · Highway 20
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Take the exit slight right toward US 75 North: Le Mars
3110 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto County Road C80
3.4 mi · 6 min · County Road C80
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At the end of the road, turn right onto K 22
2456 ft · 38 sec · K 22
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Continue on County Road K22
15 mi · 21 min · County Road K22
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Continue on State Highway 3
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on County Road K22
7 mi · 10 min · County Road K22
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Continue on Dipper Avenue
6.1 mi · 8 min · Dipper Avenue
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Turn left onto 450th Street
5.1 mi · 7 min · 450th Street
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Continue on 10th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
105 m · 15 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 Hawarden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
155 mi · 02h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hawarden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Hawarden?
The road trip is about 253.2 miles (407.5 km) and usually takes 05h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jolley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.3 miles from Waterloo and 126.9 miles from Hawarden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213 miles (342.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.68 one way or $67.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waterloo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hawarden.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Hawarden. Straight-line distance: 213.02 mi (342.82 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 Hawarden
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,443 |
| Coordinates | 42.9958200, -96.4853100 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hawarden (-96.48531, 42.99582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 407 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 09m |
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 | $33.68 | $67.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.98 | $75.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.56 | $83.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.36 | $94.73 |
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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