How far is Waterloo, IA from Winfield, IA?

The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Winfield, IA is about 122.2 miles (196.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 105.4 miles (169.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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
122.24 mi
02h 22m
Flight
105.42 mi
169.65 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
105.42 mi
Kilometers
169.65 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.24 mi
Kilometers
196.72 km
Drive Time
02h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Winfield
Fri, May 1, 8:54 PM CDT
Return by in Waterloo
Fri, May 1, 11:16 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Waterloo
2026-05-01T18:32
Arrive Winfield
Fri, May 1, 8:54 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:22 AM to 12:22 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:46 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
Shueyville
IA

City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States

From Waterloo
61.1 mi
01h 11m
To Winfield
61.1 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Friday

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph NNW
Destination
58°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Winfield.

  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 right to continue on Avenue of the Saints

    107.3 mi · 2 hr 1 min · Avenue of the Saints

  5. 5

    Turn left onto State Highway 78

    5.2 mi · 8 min · State Highway 78

  6. 6

    Turn slight left

    880 ft · 18 sec

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto South Locust Street

    781 ft · 20 sec · South Locust Street

  8. 8

    Turn left

    655 ft · 48 sec

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
9 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Avenue of the Saints
107 mi · 88%
I-380 south
6.54 mi · 5%
State Highway 78
5.24 mi · 4%
Washington Street
2.72 mi · 2%
South Locust Street
0.15 mi
West 4th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Avenue of the Saints

Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints

107 mi · 02h 01m

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
02h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.8 mi
105.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Shueyville
01h 11m from Waterloo
Leave By
1:46 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Waterloo and Mostly Sunny near Winfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Winfield?

The road trip is about 122.2 miles (196.7 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?

Shueyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from Waterloo and 61.1 miles from Winfield.

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

The direct path is about 105.4 miles (169.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 1:46 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.25 one way or $32.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Waterloo and Mostly Sunny near Winfield.

Stop Ideas Near Shueyville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Shueyville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Shueyville.

BUS

Davenport, Iowa

96 mi away
304 West River Drive
RAIL

Mount Pleasant

98 mi away
418 North Adams Street
BUS

Rock Island, IL

99 mi away
3500 5th Avenue
BUS

Moline, Illinois

105 mi away
1200 River Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Winfield. Straight-line distance: 105.42 mi (169.65 km).

Waterloo

#1 Waterloo

The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.

Population67,292
Coordinates42.4927600, -92.3429600
Altitude261
CountryUnited States
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#2 Winfield

City in Iowa, United States

Population1,073
Coordinates41.1230800, -91.4412700
Altitude210
CountryUnited States
Start: Waterloo (-92.34296, 42.49276)
End: Winfield (-91.44127, 41.12308)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 197 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.31 gal
16.33 L · about $16.25
Round trip
$32.51
8.62 gal · 32.66 L
Estimated CO2
38.3 kg one way
Round trip: 76.6 kg / 169 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $16.25 $32.51
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.33 $36.66
Premium $4.65 $20.06 $40.12
Diesel $5.30 $22.86 $45.72

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 · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Waterloo and Winfield. The current time is 18:32:11.

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.