Kenosha to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.3 miles 370.6 km · straight line
287.9 miles estimated 463.3 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Kenosha from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Kenosha to Waterloo, Iowa is 230.3 miles (370.6 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located W of Kenosha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.9 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Kenosha 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 Kenosha 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 Kenosha to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kenosha & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Kenosha
42.58°N, 87.82°W
America/Chicago
184m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients