Bellevue to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.5 miles 417.6 km · straight line
324.4 miles estimated 522 km · driving distance
6h 32min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bellevue from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Bellevue to Waterloo, Iowa is 259.5 miles (417.6 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located WSW of Bellevue. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.4 miles, taking about 6h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Bellevue 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bellevue 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 Bellevue to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 32min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 50min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 12min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bellevue & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Bellevue
44.44°N, 87.92°W
America/Chicago
230m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients