How far is Dubuque, IA from Waukon, IA?
The driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Waukon, IA is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dubuque and Waukon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dubuque and Waukon.
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Start on Central Avenue
88 m · 15 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
87 m · 18 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto White Street
1.4 km · 3 min · White Street
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Turn left onto East 21st Street
72 m · 8 sec · East 21st Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Central Avenue
2.3 mi · 6 min · Central Avenue
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Continue straight
17.9 mi · 25 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
35 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn slight right onto 1st Street East
1363 ft · 28 sec · 1st Street East
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Andres Street
12 mi · 16 min · North Andres Street
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Continue on South 5th Street
117 m · 13 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn left onto Garber Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · Garber Road
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Turn right onto Kale Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · Kale Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
14.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Falcon Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Falcon Avenue
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Continue on Volney Road
8.3 mi · 15 min · Volney Road
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Turn slight left onto State Highway 76
6.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 76
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Continue on State Highway 76
158 m · 19 sec · State Highway 76
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Turn straight onto Rossville Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Rossville Road
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Turn right onto West Main Street
17 m · 6 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Allamakee Street Northwest
15 m · 1 sec · Allamakee Street Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Allamakee Street Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dubuque and Waukon.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Central Avenue
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17.9 mi · 00h 25m
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 Waukon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dubuque to Waukon?
The road trip is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Guttenberg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.1 miles from Dubuque and 42.1 miles from Waukon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.20 one way or $22.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dubuque and Sunny near Waukon.
Stop Ideas Near Guttenberg
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 Guttenberg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dubuque and Waukon. Straight-line distance: 67.15 mi (108.06 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 Waukon
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,600 |
| Coordinates | 43.2694200, -91.4757000 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waukon (-91.4757, 43.26942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.20 | $22.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
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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