How far is Cedar Rapids, IA from Waterloo, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo is 48.97 miles (78.81 km).
Flight distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Waterloo, IA is 48.97 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Waterloo, Iowa is: 53.39 miles (85.92 km) by car.
Driving from Cedar Rapids to Waterloo will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Cedar Rapids
The second most populous city in Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Cedar Rapids is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Science and History.
| Population | 134027 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°0'30"N 91°38'39"W |
| Latitude | 42.0083300 |
| Longitude | -91.6440700 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waterloo: West 4th Street (-92.342752,42.492625)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo
The distance between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo is 86 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 57 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. The current time is 05:10:52.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.13 liters (1.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cedar Rapids to Waterloo is $6.19 (diesel $8.76).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.19 | $6.78 | $7.66 | $8.76 |
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The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
