How far is Des Moines, IA from Dubuque, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Dubuque is 163.36 miles (262.9 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Dubuque, IA is 163.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 22 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Dubuque with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Dubuque, Iowa is: 202.03 miles (325.14 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Dubuque will take approximately 03 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa. It is located in central Iowa. Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Science Center of Iowa.
| Population | 212312 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'2"N 93°36'33"W |
| Latitude | 41.6005400 |
| Longitude | -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dubuque
The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa. It is located on the Mississippi River in northeastern Iowa. Dubuque is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Dubuque Museum of Art and the Dubuque Historical Society.
| Population | 57781 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°30'2"N 90°39'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.5005600 |
| Longitude | -90.6645700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Dubuque: Central Avenue (-90.664595,42.500561)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Dubuque
The distance between Des Moines and Dubuque is 325 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 36 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 Des Moines and Dubuque. The current time is 13:22:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.99 liters (7.13 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Dubuque.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Dubuque is $23.42 (diesel $33.14).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $23.42 | $25.65 | $28.97 | $33.14 |
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 April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Dubuque (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
