How far is Waterloo, IA from Waverly, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Waverly, IA is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Waverly.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Waverly.
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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
10.7 mi · 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue on 4th Avenue Southwest
1 km · 60 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
3228 ft · 1 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Continue on 4th Avenue Southwest
966 ft · 19 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Turn straight onto 4th Street Southwest
3076 ft · 1 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn right onto West Bremer Avenue
19 m · 2 sec · West Bremer Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Bremer Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Waverly.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
10.7 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Waterloo and Sunny near Waverly.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Waverly?
The road trip is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cedar Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Waterloo and 10.4 miles from Waverly.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.75 one way or $5.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waterloo and Sunny near Waverly.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Waverly. Straight-line distance: 17.45 mi (28.09 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 Waverly
City in Bremer County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 10,298 |
| Coordinates | 42.7258100, -92.4754600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waverly (-92.47546, 42.72581)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.40 | $6.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
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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