How far is Dubuque, IA from Algona, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Algona, IA is about 227.5 miles (366.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.2 miles (298 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Butler County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Algona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Algona.
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Start on Central Avenue
929 ft · 34 sec · Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward US 61 South, US 151 South
1248 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Locust Street Conn
1166 ft · 36 sec · Locust Street Conn
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Turn right onto Dodge Street
87 mi · 1 hr 43 min · Dodge Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue on West Washington Expressway
1293 ft · 18 sec · West Washington Expressway
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Continue on Leo P Rooff Expressway
1.1 km · 52 sec · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Continue on West Washington Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Washington Street
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Continue on Leo P Rooff Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 218 North, IA 27 North: Waverly
2382 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
82.5 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 Business, CR B35: Clear Lake, Mason City
1386 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Avenue South
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left
38.6 mi · 53 min
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Turn left onto 210th Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · 210th Avenue
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Turn right onto 210th Street
4 mi · 5 min · 210th Street
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Continue on East McGregor Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East McGregor Street
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Turn right onto South Jones Street
1121 ft · 30 sec · South Jones Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Jones Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Algona.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dodge Street
Turn right onto Dodge Street
87 mi · 01h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Dubuque and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Algona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Algona?
The road trip is about 227.5 miles (366.2 km) and usually takes 04h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Shell Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.6 miles from Dubuque and 114 miles from Algona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 185.2 miles (298 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.28 one way or $60.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Dubuque and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Algona.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Algona. Straight-line distance: 185.16 mi (297.99 km).
#1 Dubuque
The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa.
| Population | 57,781 |
| Coordinates | 42.5005600, -90.6645700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Algona
City in Iowa
| Population | 5,359 |
| Coordinates | 43.0699700, -94.2330200 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| Country | United States |
End: Algona (-94.23302, 43.06997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 366 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $30.28 | $60.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.15 | $68.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.37 | $74.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.59 | $85.18 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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