How far is Woodbine, IA from Waterloo, IA?
The driving distance from Woodbine, IA to Waterloo, IA is about 215.4 miles (346.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.9 miles (289.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.
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
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbine and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbine and Waterloo.
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Start on the route
22 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto 6th Street
42 m · 8 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Lincoln Way
2043 ft · 42 sec · Lincoln Way
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Turn right onto Bus Brown Drive
1888 ft · 1 min · Bus Brown Drive
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Turn left onto County Road F50
8.3 mi · 11 min · County Road F50
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Continue on South 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South 6th Street
16.5 mi · 24 min · South 6th Street
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Turn straight onto 260th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 260th Street
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Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
1656 ft · 28 sec · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto State Highway 39
17.1 mi · 24 min · State Highway 39
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Continue on 400th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 400th Street
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Continue on Fox Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Fox Avenue
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Continue on South Des Moines Street
2648 ft · 1 min · South Des Moines Street
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Continue on Fox Avenue
11.3 mi · 16 min · Fox Avenue
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Turn right onto 220th Street
147.5 mi · 2 hr 50 min · 220th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63: Sergeant Road
3054 ft · 1 min
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Turn slight right
37 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Sergeant Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Sergeant Road
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Turn right onto University Avenue
118 m · 9 sec · University Avenue
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Turn straight
1708 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
617 ft · 10 sec
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Continue on Washington Street
1175 ft · 26 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
23 m · 2 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbine and Waterloo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Turn right onto 220th Street
148 mi · 02h 50m
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.
Cloudy leaving Woodbine and Mostly Sunny near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbine to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 215.4 miles (346.7 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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 107.6 miles from Woodbine and 107.8 miles from Waterloo.
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 35.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:50 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.18 one way or $60.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy around Woodbine and Mostly Sunny near Waterloo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbine and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 179.91 mi (289.53 km).
#1 Woodbine
City in Harrison County, Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,363 |
| Coordinates | 41.7383200, -95.7027800 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,292 |
| Coordinates | 42.4927600, -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-92.342752, 42.492625)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 347 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 10m |
| 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 | $3.97 | $30.18 | $60.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $32.60 | $65.21 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $36.95 | $73.90 |
| Diesel | $6.03 | $45.85 | $91.70 |
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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