How far is Dubuque, IA from New Hampton, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to New Hampton, IA is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 23m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and New Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and New Hampton.
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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 · 35 sec · Locust Street Conn
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Turn right onto Dodge Street
82 mi · 1 hr 38 min · Dodge Street
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Take the exit slight right
2129 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto South Raymond Road
2097 ft · 33 sec · South Raymond Road
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Continue on South 3rd Street
2510 ft · 42 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Dubuque Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · Dubuque Road
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Continue on Franklin Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Franklin Street
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
142 m · 13 sec · East 1st Street
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Continue on East Mullan Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · East Mullan Avenue
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Continue on Logan Avenue
8.7 mi · 12 min · Logan Avenue
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Continue on Larrabee Avenue
26.3 mi · 30 min · Larrabee Avenue
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Turn right onto 235th Street
706 ft · 25 sec · 235th Street
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Turn left onto McCloud Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · McCloud Avenue
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Continue on South Linn Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Linn Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Linn Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and New Hampton.
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
82 mi · 01h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to New Hampton?
The road trip is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Independence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.8 miles from Dubuque and 64.9 miles from New Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 1:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.27 one way or $34.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and New Hampton. Straight-line distance: 92.29 mi (148.52 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 New Hampton
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,382 |
| Coordinates | 43.0591400, -92.3176800 |
| Altitude | 353 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Hampton (-92.31768, 43.05914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.27 | $34.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.48 | $38.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.32 | $42.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.29 | $48.58 |
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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