How far is Waterloo, IA from Wellman, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Wellman, IA is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.6 miles (121.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m 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 02h 03m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Wellman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Wellman.
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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
70.6 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1899 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 1 Southwest
13.3 mi · 18 min · Highway 1 Southwest
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Continue on State Highway 1
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 1st Street
1 km · 55 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto East Avenue
119 m · 7 sec · East Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
6.2 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on 6th Street Northeast
2706 ft · 51 sec · 6th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto 9th Avenue
1098 ft · 27 sec · 9th Avenue
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Turn left
53 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
32 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Wellman.
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
70.6 mi · 01h 18m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waterloo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wellman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Wellman?
The road trip is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Hiawatha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.1 miles from Waterloo and 51.2 miles from Wellman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.6 miles (121.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.61 one way or $27.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waterloo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wellman.
Stop Ideas Near Hiawatha
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hiawatha.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Wellman. Straight-line distance: 75.65 mi (121.74 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 Wellman
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,401 |
| Coordinates | 41.4641800, -91.8382300 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wellman (-91.83823, 41.46418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.61 | $27.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.15 | $38.29 |
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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