Waterloo, Iowa to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.4 miles 304.8 km · straight line
236.7 miles estimated 381 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Waterloo, Iowa from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Watertown, Wisconsin is 189.4 miles (304.8 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ENE of Waterloo, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 236.7 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa and Watertown, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Waterloo, Iowa and Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Waterloo, Iowa to Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Waterloo, Iowa & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Waterloo, Iowa
42.49°N, 92.34°W
America/Chicago
261m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients