How far is Waterloo, IA from Springville, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Springville, IA is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.9 miles (88.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Benton County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Springville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Springville.
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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
36.2 mi · 39 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward CR E34: Toddville, Robins
1628 ft · 47 sec
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Turn sharp left onto County Home Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · County Home Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Home Road;C Avenue Extension
48 m · 3 sec · County Home Road
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Exit the rotary onto County Home Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · County Home Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Home Road
40 m · 3 sec · County Home Road
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Exit the roundabout onto County Home Road
9 mi · 12 min · County Home Road
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Turn right onto Springville Road
2 mi · 4 min · Springville Road
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Continue on Broadway Street
1472 ft · 35 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto John Street
62 m · 11 sec · John Street
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Turn right onto Water Street
17 m · 2 sec · Water Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Water Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Springville.
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
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
36.2 mi · 00h 39m
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 Rain Showers leaving Waterloo and Chance Rain Showers near Springville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Springville?
The road trip is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Urbana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Waterloo and 30.8 miles from Springville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.9 miles (88.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Waterloo and Chance Rain Showers near Springville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Springville. Straight-line distance: 54.9 mi (88.36 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 Springville
City in Linn County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,149 |
| Coordinates | 42.0594500, -91.4426700 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Springville (-91.44267, 42.05945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
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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