How far is Waterloo, IA from Strawberry Point, IA?

The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Strawberry Point, IA is about 59 miles (95 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.2 miles (69.5 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
59.02 mi
01h 14m
Flight
43.21 mi
69.54 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.21 mi
Kilometers
69.54 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.02 mi
Kilometers
94.99 km
Drive Time
01h 14m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Strawberry Point
Thu, Apr 23, 3:55 AM CDT
Return by in Waterloo
Thu, Apr 23, 5:09 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Waterloo
2026-04-23T02:40
Arrive Strawberry Point
Thu, Apr 23, 3:55 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:00 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Waterloo
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Winthrop
IA

City in Iowa, United States

From Waterloo
29.5 mi
00h 37m
To Strawberry Point
29.6 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
17 to 25 mph S
Destination
74°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 to 23 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Strawberry Point.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Strawberry Point.

  1. 1

    Start on West 4th Street

    23 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Washington Street

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Washington Street

  3. 3

    Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls

    6.5 mi · 8 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left

    28.1 mi · 32 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    2049 ft · 57 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Washburn Avenue

    12.5 mi · 17 min · Washburn Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on C Avenue

    3 mi · 4 min · C Avenue

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 40th Street

    6 m · 1 sec · 40th Street

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto 40th Street

    2 mi · 3 min · 40th Street

  10. 10

    Continue on State Highway 3

    2.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 3

  11. 11

    Continue on West Mission Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · West Mission Street

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Elkader Street

    18 m · 2 sec · Elkader Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Elkader Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Strawberry Point.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I-380 south
35 mi · 59%
Washburn Avenue
12.5 mi · 21%
C Avenue
3.03 mi · 5%
State Highway 3
2.9 mi · 5%
Washington Street
2.72 mi · 5%
40th Street
2.01 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I-380 south

Keep slight left

28.1 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 14m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.8 mi
43.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Winthrop
00h 37m from Waterloo
Leave By
4:00 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Strawberry Point.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Strawberry Point?

The road trip is about 59 miles (95 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?

Winthrop is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.5 miles from Waterloo and 29.6 miles from Strawberry Point.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 $7.84 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 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 Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Strawberry Point.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Strawberry Point. Straight-line distance: 43.21 mi (69.54 km).

Waterloo

#1 Waterloo

The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.

Population67,292
Coordinates42.4927600, -92.3429600
Altitude261
CountryUnited States
Strawberry Point

#2 Strawberry Point

City in Clayton County, Iowa, United States of America

Population1,193
Coordinates42.6836000, -91.5340300
Altitude372
CountryUnited States
Start: Waterloo (-92.34296, 42.49276)
End: Strawberry Point (-91.53403, 42.6836)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 95 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 50m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.08 gal
7.88 L · about $7.84
Round trip
$15.69
4.16 gal · 15.76 L
Estimated CO2
18.5 kg one way
Round trip: 37 kg / 82 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.84 $15.69
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.85 $17.69
Premium $4.65 $9.68 $19.36
Diesel $5.30 $11.03 $22.06

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Waterloo and Strawberry Point. The current time is 02:40:16.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.