How far is Monticello, IA from Dubuque, IA?
The driving distance from Monticello, IA to Dubuque, IA is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Dubuque.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Dubuque.
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Start on North Maple Street
22 m · 9 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
846 ft · 19 sec · East 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
2615 ft · 53 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Business Highway 151
1.5 km · 2 min · Business Highway 151
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Turn right onto Richland Road
1093 ft · 30 sec · Richland Road
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Turn left
27.5 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight left
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward White Street, Port of Dubuque
1432 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on White Street
638 ft · 27 sec · White Street
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
87 m · 20 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello and Dubuque.
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.
Longest stretch
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27.5 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Dubuque?
The road trip is about 35.9 miles (57.7 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bernard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Monticello and 17.9 miles from Dubuque.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.79 one way or $9.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Monticello and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Dubuque.
Stop Ideas Near Bernard
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Dubuque. Straight-line distance: 32.24 mi (51.89 km).
#1 Monticello
City in Jones County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,873 |
| Coordinates | 42.2383400, -91.1870900 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dubuque
The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa.
| Population | 57,781 |
| Coordinates | 42.5005600, -90.6645700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central Avenue (-90.664595, 42.500561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
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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