How far is Dubuque, IA from Sergeant Bluff, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Sergeant Bluff, IA is about 303 miles (487.6 km), with a travel time of about 06h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 290.3 miles (467.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 00m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Sergeant Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Sergeant Bluff.
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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 left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
160.2 mi · 3 hr 5 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Continue on 160th Street
6.4 mi · 7 min · 160th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 20
1.9 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 20
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Continue on Highway 20
34.3 mi · 41 min · Highway 20
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Turn left onto Delaware Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Delaware Avenue
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Continue on Maple Street
1615 ft · 50 sec · Maple Street
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Continue on Front Street
1112 ft · 30 sec · Front Street
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Continue on Bronson Blacktop
1.1 mi · 2 min · Bronson Blacktop
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Turn right onto Old Highway 141
2649 ft · 48 sec · Old Highway 141
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Turn left onto 210th Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · 210th Street
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Continue on 1st Street
1.1 km · 2 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto South Lewis Boulevard
1429 ft · 40 sec · South Lewis Boulevard
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Turn left onto 4th Street
119 m · 17 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Sergeant Bluff.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
160 mi · 03h 05m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Dubuque and Partly Cloudy near Sergeant Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Sergeant Bluff?
The road trip is about 303 miles (487.6 km) and usually takes 06h 00m 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?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 151.1 miles from Dubuque and 151.9 miles from Sergeant Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 290.3 miles (467.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 5:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.31 one way or $80.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Dubuque and Partly Cloudy near Sergeant Bluff.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Sergeant Bluff. Straight-line distance: 290.3 mi (467.2 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 Sergeant Bluff
City in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 5,119 |
| Coordinates | 42.4038800, -96.3586400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sergeant Bluff (-96.35864, 42.40388)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 488 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 46m |
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 | $40.31 | $80.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.46 | $90.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.75 | $99.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $56.70 | $113.40 |
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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