How far is Elkader, IA from Waterloo, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elkader and Waterloo is 53.77 miles (86.53 km).
Flight distance from Elkader, IA to Waterloo, IA is 53.77 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Elkader to Waterloo with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elkader, Iowa to Waterloo, Iowa is: 73.56 miles (118.38 km) by car.
Driving from Elkader to Waterloo will take approximately 01 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Elkader
Town
| Population | 1201 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°51'14"N 91°24'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.8538700 |
| Longitude | -91.4054200 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| 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 Elkader and Waterloo
The distance between Elkader and Waterloo is 118 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 18 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 Elkader and Waterloo. The current time is 05:30:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.83 liters (2.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elkader and Waterloo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elkader to Waterloo is $8.53 (diesel $12.06).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8.53 | $9.34 | $10.55 | $12.06 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elkader and Waterloo (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
