How far is Waterloo, IA from Osceola County, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Osceola County, IA is about 234.1 miles (376.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 49m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Calhoun County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Osceola County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Osceola County.
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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
154.1 mi · 2 hr 58 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue
6 mi · 8 min · Armstrong Avenue
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Continue on 20th Avenue
9.2 mi · 13 min · 20th Avenue
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Turn left onto Highway 7
1.1 mi · 2 min · Highway 7
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Continue on State Highway 7
2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 7
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Continue on 1st Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 1st Street
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Continue on V Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · V Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 3
1153 ft · 23 sec · State Highway 3
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Turn straight onto 530th Street
3.1 mi · 4 min · 530th Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 3
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 3
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Turn right
13.6 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto 470th Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · 470th Street
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Continue on Silver Avenue
7.2 mi · 10 min · Silver Avenue
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Continue on South Rerick Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Rerick Avenue
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Continue on Silver Avenue
6 mi · 8 min · Silver Avenue
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Turn left onto 320th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 320th Street
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Turn right onto Roosevelt Avenue
13 mi · 18 min · Roosevelt Avenue
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Turn right onto 190th Street
1.6 km · 4 min · 190th Street
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Turn left onto Silver Avenue
1455 ft · 1 min · Silver Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Silver Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Osceola County.
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
154 mi · 02h 58m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Waterloo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Osceola County.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Osceola County?
The road trip is about 234.1 miles (376.8 km) and usually takes 04h 54m 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?
Rockwell City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 116.9 miles from Waterloo and 117.3 miles from Osceola County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.73 one way or $69.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Waterloo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Osceola County.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Osceola County. Straight-line distance: 176.87 mi (284.64 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 Osceola County
County in Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,987 |
| Coordinates | 43.3785700, -95.6236900 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osceola County (-95.62369, 43.37857)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 377 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 55m |
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 | $4.21 | $34.73 | $69.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $36.96 | $73.91 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $42.13 | $84.27 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $50.15 | $100.29 |
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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