How far is Waukon, IA from Dubuque, IA?
The driving distance from Waukon, IA to Dubuque, IA is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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 01h 44m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waukon and Dubuque.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukon and Dubuque.
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Start on Allamakee Street Northwest
15 m · 3 sec · Allamakee Street Northwest
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Turn right onto West Main Street
17 m · 6 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Spring Avenue
101 m · 6 sec · Spring Avenue
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Continue on Rossville Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Rossville Road
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Turn left onto State Highway 76
6.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 76
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Turn slight right onto Volney Road
8.3 mi · 15 min · Volney Road
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Continue on Falcon Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Falcon Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
14.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto Kale Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · Kale Avenue
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Turn left onto Garber Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · Garber Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 5th Street
117 m · 9 sec · South 5th Street
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Continue on Great River Road
12 mi · 16 min · Great River Road
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Turn left onto 1st Street East
1098 ft · 27 sec · 1st Street East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
4.5 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18 mi · 25 min
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Continue on Central Avenue
3.2 mi · 9 min · 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 Waukon 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.
East Main Street
Exit the roundabout
18 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 Waukon and Sunny near Dubuque.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waukon to Dubuque?
The road trip is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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 miles from Waukon and 42.1 miles from Dubuque.
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 16.9 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 3:02 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 Waukon and Sunny near Dubuque.
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 Waukon and Dubuque. Straight-line distance: 67.15 mi (108.06 km).
#1 Waukon
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,600 |
| Coordinates | 43.2694200, -91.4757000 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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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