How far is Waterloo, IA from Oakland, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Oakland, IA is about 68.8 miles (110.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grundy County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Oakland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Oakland.
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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
51.7 mi · 1 hr · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward CR S27: Alden, Buckeye
1800 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto County Highway S27
4.6 mi · 8 min · County Highway S27
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Turn left onto State Highway 941
2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 941
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Turn right onto D Avenue
2.9 mi · 7 min · D Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hardin Street
1 mi · 2 min · Hardin Street
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Turn right onto Dogwood Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Dogwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Oakland Drive
919 ft · 40 sec · Oakland Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oakland Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Oakland.
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
51.7 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Oakland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Oakland?
The road trip is about 68.8 miles (110.7 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Wellsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.4 miles from Waterloo and 34.5 miles from Oakland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waterloo and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Oakland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Oakland. Straight-line distance: 56.35 mi (90.68 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 Oakland
City located in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,491 |
| Coordinates | 42.5810900, -93.4432600 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakland (-93.44326, 42.58109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
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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