Quebec City to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1077.1 miles 1733.4 km · straight line
1292.5 miles estimated 2080.1 km · driving distance
26h 0min estimated drive time
CAD 210 - CAD 258 estimated fuel cost
~2h 40min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Quebec City from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Quebec City to Waterloo, Iowa is 1077.1 miles (1733.4 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located W of Quebec City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1292.5 miles, taking about 26h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Quebec City is in Quebec, Canada, while Waterloo, Iowa is in Iowa, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Quebec City 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 Quebec City to Waterloo, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 0min CAD 210 - CAD 258 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~31h 12min $103–$194* Budget
Train ~33h 48min $155–$452* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Quebec City & Waterloo, Iowa

Quick Facts

Quebec City
46.81°N, 71.21°W
America/Toronto
74m 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 359 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 90 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients