How far is Waterloo, IA from Sibley, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Sibley, IA is about 265.3 miles (427 km), with a travel time of about 04h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.4 miles (295.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 57m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Sibley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Sibley.
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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
121.4 mi · 2 hr 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
114.6 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 60
1876 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto MN 60 W
1530 ft · 30 sec · MN 60 W
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
36 m · 7 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2636 ft · 53 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Oxford Street
33 m · 6 sec
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Exit the rotary
1.2 km · 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
26 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.5 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR A22: Sibley
2503 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 170th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 170th Street
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Continue on 5th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 5th Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1779 ft · 36 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Sibley.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
121 mi · 02h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Waterloo and Mostly Sunny near Sibley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Sibley?
The road trip is about 265.3 miles (427 km) and usually takes 04h 58m 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?
Northwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.5 miles from Waterloo and 132.8 miles from Sibley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.4 miles (295.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 81.9 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 7:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.30 one way or $70.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Mostly Sunny near Sibley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Sibley. Straight-line distance: 183.42 mi (295.18 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 Sibley
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,586 |
| Coordinates | 43.3991400, -95.7519600 |
| Altitude | 462 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sibley (-95.75196, 43.39914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 427 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $35.30 | $70.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.81 | $79.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.56 | $87.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.65 | $99.29 |
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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