Origin
Walford, IA
Late night in Walford on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walford, IA to Waterloo, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walford, IA
Sky Eye Imagery
Waterloo, IA
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Trip Overview
Walford to Waterloo is 66 miles and takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes via Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short Midwest jaunt keeps you within Iowa for the entire trip. Expect a drive that involves a fair number of turns, making it a more engaging local experience than a straight-line highway sprint. With only a single day recommended, this route is perfect for a quick getaway or a day trip where you can take your time and enjoy the journey without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 51.1 mi | 56m |
| Amana Road Southwest | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Williams Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| I 380 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Williams Boulevard Southwest | 2 mi | 4m |
| 1st Avenue West | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Williams Blvd | 1 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 51.1 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walford, IA and Waterloo, IA.
1
Start on B Avenue West
371 ft
·
20 sec
·
B Avenue West
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 151
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Co Trunk Rd E68
3
Continue on US 151
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Amana Road Southwest
4
Continue on US 151
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard
5
Enter roundabout onto US 151
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
6
Continue on US 151
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
7
Continue on US 151 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Williams Blvd
8
Continue on US 151 Business
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard Southwest
9
Continue on US 151 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Avenue West
10
Turn left onto 3rd Street Southwest
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
3rd Street Southwest
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 380 North, IA 27 North
12
Merge onto I 380; IA 27
51 mi
·
56 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 380
Toward I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
14
Continue on Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
Toward Downtown Riverfront, Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
15
Turn left onto West 4th Street
398 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 4th Street
16
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Walford, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 62.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68
At end of road, turn left onto US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68
Navigation decision point
4
6.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 151 / Williams Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 151 / Williams Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
3rd Street Southwest
Turn left onto 3rd Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 380 North, IA 27 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380 North, IA 27 North
6
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.32 one way
$20.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.33 | $22.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.70 | $25.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Waterloo, IA
Late night in Waterloo on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Center Point, IA
33 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with just 40% of the route utilizing highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time navigating local roads, which means paying attention to speed limit changes and potential turns. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 51.1 miles on the Avenue of the Saints, offering a brief period of more consistent driving before you transition back to more varied road conditions. This mix of highway and local roads provides a dynamic driving experience, keeping you engaged throughout the 66-mile journey.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.1 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Walford, IA to Waterloo, IA is easy. At 1h 21m with 4% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 151 / Williams Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.1 miles (3rd Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 66 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.1 miles on Avenue of the Saints. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 151 / Co Trunk Rd E68): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (US 151 / Williams Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.1 miles (3rd Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Waterloo, IA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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