How far is Waterloo, IA from Woodbine, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Woodbine, IA is about 215.8 miles (347.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.9 miles (289.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 29m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Woodbine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Woodbine.
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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
117 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
1622 ft · 34 sec · West 5th Street
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Continue on West 4th Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · West 4th Street
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Turn slight right onto West Ridgeway Avenue
3073 ft · 1 min · West Ridgeway Avenue
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Turn left onto Sergeant Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Sergeant Road
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Take the ramp left
1428 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
147.9 mi · 2 hr 51 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn left onto Fox Avenue
11.3 mi · 16 min · Fox Avenue
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Continue on Des Moines Street
2648 ft · 1 min · Des Moines Street
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Continue on Fox Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Fox Avenue
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Continue on 400th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 400th Street
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Continue on State Highway 39
17.1 mi · 24 min · State Highway 39
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Turn left
66 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
1746 ft · 30 sec · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Continue on 260th Street
1.1 km · 59 sec · 260th Street
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Turn slight right onto US 30 West: Dunlap
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
23.9 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto Lincolnway Street
58 m · 4 sec · Lincolnway Street
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Continue on Lincoln Way
1962 ft · 41 sec · Lincoln Way
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Turn right onto 6th Street
42 m · 11 sec · 6th Street
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Turn left
22 m · 5 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 Woodbine.
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
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
148 mi · 02h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Waterloo and Mostly Cloudy near Woodbine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Woodbine?
The road trip is about 215.8 miles (347.3 km) and usually takes 04h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Knierim is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.7 miles from Waterloo and 108.1 miles from Woodbine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.9 miles (289.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.70 one way or $57.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Waterloo and Mostly Cloudy near Woodbine.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Woodbine. Straight-line distance: 179.91 mi (289.53 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 Woodbine
City in Harrison County, Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,363 |
| Coordinates | 41.7383200, -95.7027800 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: Woodbine (-95.70278, 41.73832)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 347 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 41m |
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 | $28.70 | $57.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.37 | $64.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.42 | $70.83 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.36 | $80.73 |
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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