Missoula to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Missoula from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Missoula to Waterloo, Iowa is 1102.1 miles (1773.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located E of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1322.5 miles, taking about 26h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 43min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Missoula 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.