Waterloo, Iowa to Winona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.3 miles 182.3 km · straight line
141.6 miles estimated 227.9 km · driving distance
2h 51min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Waterloo, Iowa from Winona?

The distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Winona is 113.3 miles (182.3 km) as the crow flies. Winona is located NNE of Waterloo, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.6 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Waterloo, Iowa in Iowa and Winona in Minnesota.

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 Winona. 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 Winona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 51min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 25min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Waterloo, Iowa & Winona

Quick Facts

Waterloo, Iowa
42.49°N, 92.34°W
America/Chicago
261m elevation
Winona
44.05°N, 91.64°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients