Raleigh to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Raleigh from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Raleigh to Waterloo, Iowa is 867 miles (1395.3 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located NW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1054.8 miles, taking about 20h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina 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. 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 Raleigh 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.