How far is Waterloo, IA from Park View, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Park View, IA is about 127 miles (204.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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 02h 37m.
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.
City in Linn County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Park View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Park View.
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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
2.7 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
48.5 mi · 54 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
722 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon
1306 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
57.8 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
1658 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto 267th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 267th Street
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Continue on Grove Road
900 ft · 45 sec · Grove Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Park View Drive
37 m · 8 sec · Park View Drive
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Turn right
45 m · 11 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Park View.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 30 East
Merge slight left
57.8 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Park View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Park View?
The road trip is about 127 miles (204.4 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Bertram is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.4 miles from Waterloo and 63.6 miles from Park View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.89 one way or $33.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waterloo and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Park View.
Stop Ideas Near Bertram
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Park View. Straight-line distance: 107.4 mi (172.84 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 Park View
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 2,389 |
| Coordinates | 41.6942000, -90.5456900 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Park View (-90.54569, 41.6942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $16.89 | $33.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.85 | $41.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.76 | $47.52 |
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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