How far is Dubuque, IA from Walford, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Walford, IA is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Jones County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Walford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Walford.
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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
9.8 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151 south, Business US 151: Amana Colonies
1813 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto Williams Blvd
1304 ft · 24 sec · Williams Blvd
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Continue on Williams Boulevard
1465 ft · 24 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Williams Boulevard
31 m · 2 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Williams Boulevard
3 mi · 4 min · Williams Boulevard
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Continue on Amana Road Southwest
3.4 mi · 5 min · Amana Road Southwest
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Continue on Co Trunk Rd E68
634 ft · 13 sec · Co Trunk Rd E68
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Turn right onto B Avenue West
113 m · 16 sec · B Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · B Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Walford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 61 South
Take the exit slight right
57 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Dubuque and Sunny near Walford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Walford?
The road trip is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Anamosa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44 miles from Dubuque and 44.2 miles from Walford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.03 one way or $24.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dubuque and Sunny near Walford.
Stop Ideas Near Anamosa
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 Anamosa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Walford. Straight-line distance: 73.73 mi (118.65 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 Walford
City in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,436 |
| Coordinates | 41.8783400, -91.8346200 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walford (-91.83462, 41.87834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $3.87 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $13.10 | $26.20 |
| Premium | $4.76 | $14.82 | $29.63 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $18.41 | $36.83 |
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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