How far is Waterloo, IA from Monona, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Monona, IA is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Chickasaw County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Monona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Monona.
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Start on West 4th Street
1230 ft · 45 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto Commercial Street
1474 ft · 46 sec · Commercial Street
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Turn right onto West 1st Street
3169 ft · 1 min · West 1st Street
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Continue on East Mullan Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · East Mullan Avenue
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Continue on Logan Avenue
8.7 mi · 12 min · Logan Avenue
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Continue on Larrabee Avenue
22.8 mi · 26 min · Larrabee Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1912 ft · 57 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 270th Street
5.4 mi · 7 min · 270th Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on 270th Street
5.5 mi · 8 min · 270th Street
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Continue on 230th Street
13 mi · 18 min · 230th Street
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Continue on West Bradford Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Bradford Street
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Continue on Harding Road
16.9 mi · 23 min · Harding Road
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Turn right onto South Lawler Street
723 ft · 17 sec · South Lawler Street
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Turn left onto East Military Road
8.8 mi · 12 min · East Military Road
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Turn left onto 120th Street
3119 ft · 1 min · 120th Street
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Continue on West Iowa Street
2826 ft · 1 min · West Iowa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Iowa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Monona.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Larrabee Avenue
Continue on Larrabee Avenue
22.8 mi · 00h 26m
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 Monona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Monona?
The road trip is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Fredericksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Waterloo and 43.5 miles from Monona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25 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 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.54 one way or $23.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Sunny near Monona.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Monona. Straight-line distance: 61.89 mi (99.6 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 Monona
Township in Clayton County, Iowa
| Population | 1,462 |
| Coordinates | 43.0516500, -91.3893000 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monona (-91.3893, 43.05165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.01 | $26.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
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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