How far is Waterloo, IA from Saint Ansgar, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Saint Ansgar, IA is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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 47m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Chickasaw and Floyd counties in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Saint Ansgar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Saint Ansgar.
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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
1910 ft · 44 sec · Washington Street
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Continue straight
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 218 North, IA 27 North: Waverly
2382 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
49 mi · 57 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218 north, CR T44: Floyd
1821 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto Monroe Street
11.2 mi · 16 min · Monroe Street
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Turn left onto County Road T42
3 mi · 4 min · County Road T42
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North 7th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 218
10.6 mi · 15 min · United States Highway 218
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Continue on East 4th Street
2241 ft · 1 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Train Lane
18 m · 3 sec · Train Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Train Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Saint Ansgar.
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
49 mi · 00h 57m
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 Saint Ansgar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Saint Ansgar?
The road trip is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Nashua is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.9 miles from Waterloo and 41.9 miles from Saint Ansgar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 2:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.16 one way or $22.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Sunny near Saint Ansgar.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Saint Ansgar. Straight-line distance: 67.77 mi (109.06 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 Saint Ansgar
City
| Population | 1,125 |
| Coordinates | 43.3783000, -92.9188100 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Ansgar (-92.91881, 43.3783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.59 | $25.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
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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