Memphis to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

522.1 miles 840.3 km · straight line
606 miles actual route 975.2 km · driving distance
11h 23min estimated drive time
$58 - $72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Memphis to Waterloo, Iowa is 522.1 miles (840.3 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located NNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 606 miles, taking about 11h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee and Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 23min $58 - $72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 40min $48–$91* Budget
Train ~14h 48min $73–$212* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m 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 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM