How far is Dubuque, IA from Evansdale, IA?

The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Evansdale, IA is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
87.18 mi
01h 46m
Flight
82.39 mi
132.6 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
82.39 mi
Kilometers
132.6 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
87.18 mi
Kilometers
140.3 km
Drive Time
01h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Evansdale
Thu, Apr 23, 3:20 AM CDT
Return by in Dubuque
Thu, Apr 23, 5:07 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dubuque
2026-04-23T01:33
Arrive Evansdale
Thu, Apr 23, 3:20 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:47 AM to 11:47 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dubuque
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Manchester
IA

City in Delaware County, Iowa, United States

From Dubuque
43.5 mi
00h 53m
To Evansdale
43.7 mi
00h 53m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 23 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Evansdale.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Evansdale.

  1. 1

    Start on Central Avenue

    929 ft · 34 sec · Central Avenue

  2. 2

    Take the ramp straight toward US 61 South, US 151 South

    1248 ft · 32 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Locust Street Conn

    1166 ft · 36 sec · Locust Street Conn

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Dodge Street

    84 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Dodge Street

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward Elk Run Heights, Evansdale Drive

    1548 ft · 45 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Evansdale Drive

    3248 ft · 1 min · Evansdale Drive

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn right onto McCoy Road

    2177 ft · 49 sec · McCoy Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Gilbert Drive

    1.4 km · 2 min · Gilbert Drive

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Grand Boulevard

    1829 ft · 52 sec · Grand Boulevard

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Central Avenue

    6 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Evansdale.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dodge Street
84 mi · 96%
Gilbert Drive
0.89 mi · 1%
Evansdale Drive
0.62 mi · 1%
McCoy Road
0.41 mi
Grand Boulevard
0.35 mi
Elk Run Heights
0.29 mi
Longest Stretch

Dodge Street

Turn right onto Dodge Street

84 mi · 01h 40m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.8 mi
82.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Manchester
00h 53m from Dubuque
Leave By
2:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Dubuque and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Evansdale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Evansdale?

The road trip is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.5 miles from Dubuque and 43.7 miles from Evansdale.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 82.4 miles (132.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.58 one way or $23.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dubuque and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Evansdale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Evansdale. Straight-line distance: 82.39 mi (132.6 km).

Dubuque

#1 Dubuque

The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa.

Population57,781
Coordinates42.5005600, -90.6645700
Altitude189
CountryUnited States
Evansdale

#2 Evansdale

City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America

Population4,734
Coordinates42.4691500, -92.2810200
Altitude256
CountryUnited States
Start: Dubuque (-90.66457, 42.50056)
End: Evansdale (-92.28102, 42.46915)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 140 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.07 gal
11.64 L · about $11.58
Round trip
$23.15
6.14 gal · 23.28 L
Estimated CO2
27.3 kg one way
Round trip: 54.6 kg / 120 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.58 $23.15
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.06 $26.11
Premium $4.65 $14.29 $28.58
Diesel $5.30 $16.28 $32.57

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Dubuque and Evansdale. The current time is 01:33:38.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.