Topeka to Waterloo, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Topeka from Waterloo, Iowa?

The distance from Topeka to Waterloo, Iowa is 295.1 miles (474.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterloo, Iowa is located NE of Topeka. By car, the driving distance is approximately 368.8 miles, taking about 7h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Topeka in Kansas and Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Topeka 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.