How far is Dubuque, IA from Pella, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Pella, IA is about 183 miles (294.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.1 miles (222.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 12m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Pella.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Pella.
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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
1021 ft · 28 sec
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
57 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 30 West, US 151 South: Cedar Rapids
2229 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Freeway
6.4 mi · 7 min · Lincoln Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
1764 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.8 mi · 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Des Moines
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
64.8 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 224: Kellogg, Sully
1694 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto County Highway T22
786 ft · 12 sec · County Highway T22
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Continue on Highway T22 South
5.1 mi · 8 min · Highway T22 South
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Continue on Highway T22 South
2.1 mi · 3 min · Highway T22 South
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Turn right onto Highway F62 East
3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway F62 East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway T14 South
11.5 mi · 16 min · Highway T14 South
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Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Washington Street
12 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Pella.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 West
Merge slight left
64.8 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving Dubuque and Sunny near Pella.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Pella?
The road trip is about 183 miles (294.5 km) and usually takes 03h 36m 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?
Tiffin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.3 miles from Dubuque and 91.6 miles from Pella.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.1 miles (222.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.9 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 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.36 one way or $48.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dubuque and Sunny near Pella.
Stop Ideas Near Tiffin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tiffin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Pella. Straight-line distance: 138.14 mi (222.32 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 Pella
City in Marion County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 10,266 |
| Coordinates | 41.4080500, -92.9163100 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pella (-92.91631, 41.40805)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 294 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.26 | $68.53 |
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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