How far is Waukee, IA from Coralville, IA?
The driving distance from Waukee, IA to Coralville, IA is about 123.6 miles (198.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waukee and Coralville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukee and Coralville.
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Start on Ashworth Drive
43 m · 7 sec · Ashworth Drive
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1076 ft · 34 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Hickman Road
5.7 mi · 9 min · Hickman Road
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Turn left onto I-35 north, I-80 east
1557 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 51 sec
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Continue straight
3105 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left
103.1 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North Liberty
2747 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Coral Ridge Avenue
1263 ft · 29 sec · Coral Ridge Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto 12th Avenue
849 ft · 34 sec · 12th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 12th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waukee and Coralville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-35 north
Keep slight left
103 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waukee and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coralville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waukee to Coralville?
The road trip is about 123.6 miles (198.9 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Oakland Acres is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Waukee and 62 miles from Coralville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.44 one way or $32.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Waukee and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coralville.
Stop Ideas Near Oakland Acres
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 Oakland Acres.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waukee and Coralville. Straight-line distance: 119.08 mi (191.64 km).
#1 Waukee
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 26,166 |
| Coordinates | 41.6116600, -93.8852300 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coralville
City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 22,484 |
| Coordinates | 41.6764000, -91.5804500 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coralville (-91.58045, 41.6764)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.54 | $37.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.13 | $46.25 |
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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