Norfolk, Nebraska to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.4 miles 420.7 km · straight line
326.8 miles estimated 525.9 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
81° E bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Nebraska from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Norfolk, Nebraska to Waterloo, Iowa is 261.4 miles (420.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located E of Norfolk, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 326.8 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Nebraska in Nebraska 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 Norfolk, Nebraska 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 Norfolk, Nebraska to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norfolk, Nebraska & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients