How far is New Hampton, IA from Dubuque, IA?
The driving distance from New Hampton, IA to Dubuque, IA is about 114.3 miles (184 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.
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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 New Hampton and Dubuque.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hampton and Dubuque.
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Start on South Linn Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Linn Avenue
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Continue on McCloud Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · McCloud Avenue
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Turn right onto 235th Street
706 ft · 19 sec · 235th Street
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Turn left
35.9 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Franklin Street
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Continue on Dubuque Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · Dubuque Road
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Turn slight right
60 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto South 3rd Street
2340 ft · 40 sec · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South Raymond Road
1.1 km · 1 min · South Raymond Road
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Take the ramp left
1830 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
1.1 km · 45 sec · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left
81.4 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Turn left onto South Locust Street
553 ft · 18 sec · South Locust Street
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Turn straight onto IA 946
708 ft · 21 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
128 m · 13 sec
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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 New Hampton and Dubuque.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left
81.4 mi · 01h 37m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Hampton to Dubuque?
The road trip is about 114.3 miles (184 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Independence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65 miles from New Hampton and 49.4 miles from Dubuque.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22 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 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.20 one way or $30.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around New Hampton and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Dubuque.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Hampton and Dubuque. Straight-line distance: 92.29 mi (148.52 km).
#1 New Hampton
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,382 |
| Coordinates | 43.0591400, -92.3176800 |
| Altitude | 353 |
| 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: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.20 | $30.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.14 | $34.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.38 | $42.75 |
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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