Beaver Dam to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.3 miles 304.7 km · straight line
236.7 miles estimated 380.9 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Beaver Dam from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Beaver Dam to Waterloo, Iowa is 189.3 miles (304.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located WSW of Beaver Dam. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236.7 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Beaver Dam in Wisconsin and Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beaver Dam and Waterloo, Iowa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Beaver Dam to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Beaver Dam & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Beaver Dam
43.46°N, 88.84°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Waterloo, Iowa
42.49°N, 92.34°W
America/Chicago
261m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients