Phoenix to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1238.7 miles 1993.5 km · straight line
1510 miles actual route 2430.1 km · driving distance
28h 8min estimated drive time
$145 - $179 estimated fuel cost
~3h 0min flight time
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Phoenix to Waterloo, Iowa is 1238.7 miles (1993.5 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located NE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1510 miles, taking about 28h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 0min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 8min $145 - $179 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 46min $121–$227* Budget
Train ~36h 34min $181–$529* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 413 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM