How far is Rock Rapids, IA from Waterloo, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rock Rapids and Waterloo is 204.26 miles (328.72 km).
Flight distance from Rock Rapids, IA to Waterloo, IA is 204.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Rock Rapids to Waterloo with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rock Rapids, Iowa to Waterloo, Iowa is: 262.94 miles (423.17 km) by car.
Driving from Rock Rapids to Waterloo will take approximately 04 hours 24 minutes.
#1 Rock Rapids
City in Iowa
| Population | 2518 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°25'38"N 96°10'33"W |
| Latitude | 43.4271900 |
| Longitude | -96.1758600 |
| Altitude | 423 |
| 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 Rock Rapids and Waterloo
The distance between Rock Rapids and Waterloo is 423 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 42 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 Rock Rapids and Waterloo. The current time is 11:26:05.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.12 liters (9.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rock Rapids and Waterloo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rock Rapids to Waterloo is $30.48 (diesel $43.13).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $30.48 | $33.38 | $37.71 | $43.13 |
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 Rock 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.
