Lawrence, Kansas to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Waterloo, Iowa?
The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Waterloo, Iowa is 286.5 miles (461.1 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located NNE of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.2 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Lawrence, Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Waterloo, Iowa
Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Waterloo, Iowa
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
- You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator