How far is Waterloo, IA from Tiffin, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Tiffin, IA is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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 27m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Tiffin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Tiffin.
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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
62.9 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward North Liberty
1970 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto West Forevergreen Road
885 ft · 22 sec · West Forevergreen Road
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Turn left onto Jasper Avenue Northwest
40 m · 5 sec · Jasper Avenue Northwest
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Turn right onto Forevergreen Road
139 m · 9 sec · Forevergreen Road
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Turn left onto North Park Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Park Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Marengo Road
1.2 km · 1 min · East Marengo Road
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Turn left onto Summer Hays Street
102 m · 17 sec · Summer Hays Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
84 m · 12 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Tiffin.
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
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
62.9 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Waterloo and Partly Sunny near Tiffin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Tiffin?
The road trip is about 74.9 miles (120.5 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.4 miles from Waterloo and 37.5 miles from Tiffin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.96 one way or $19.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Waterloo and Partly Sunny near Tiffin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Tiffin. Straight-line distance: 64.59 mi (103.94 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 Tiffin
Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 4,629 |
| Coordinates | 41.7058500, -91.6629500 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tiffin (-91.66295, 41.70585)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $9.96 | $19.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.23 | $22.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.29 | $24.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.00 | $28.01 |
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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