Waterloo, Iowa to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Waterloo, Iowa from Wichita?

The distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Wichita is 423.8 miles (682 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located SW of Waterloo, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 508.5 miles, taking about 10h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa and Wichita in Kansas.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Waterloo, Iowa and Wichita. 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.