How far is Waterloo, IA from Milford, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Milford, IA is about 207.2 miles (333.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.2 miles (246.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 36m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 18m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Webster 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 Milford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Milford.
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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
142.6 mi · 2 hr 45 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 471 South, US 71 NORTH: Early, Storm Lake
1974 ft · 57 sec
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Turn right
45.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Turn right onto 11th Street Southwest
2694 ft · 1 min · 11th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue Southwest
2608 ft · 54 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 4th Street Southwest
1691 ft · 41 sec · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto South Grand Avenue
1961 ft · 1 min · South Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
119 m · 10 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue West
2264 ft · 47 sec · 1st Avenue West
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 8th Street
117 m · 15 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
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Continue on Highway Boulevard
11.8 mi · 15 min · Highway Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Okoboji Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Milford.
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
143 mi · 02h 45m
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.
Sunny leaving Waterloo and Sunny near Milford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Milford?
The road trip is about 207.2 miles (333.5 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Moorland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.5 miles from Waterloo and 103.8 miles from Milford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.2 miles (246.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 54 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 8:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.57 one way or $55.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Sunny near Milford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Milford. Straight-line distance: 153.24 mi (246.61 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 Milford
City in Dickinson County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 3,043 |
| Coordinates | 43.3246900, -95.1500000 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| Country | United States |
End: Milford (-95.15, 43.32469)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 334 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $27.57 | $55.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.09 | $62.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.02 | $68.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.77 | $77.54 |
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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