Indianapolis to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

372.8 miles 599.9 km · straight line
442 miles actual route 711.3 km · driving distance
8h 13min estimated drive time
$43 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Indianapolis to Waterloo, Iowa is 372.8 miles (599.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located WNW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 442 miles, taking about 8h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Indianapolis and Waterloo, Iowa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Indianapolis to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 13min $43 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 52min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~7h 48min $53–$155* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM