Beaver Dam to Dubuque: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.6 miles 182.8 km · straight line
142 miles estimated 228.5 km · driving distance
2h 51min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Beaver Dam from Dubuque?

The distance from Beaver Dam to Dubuque is 113.6 miles (182.8 km) as the crow flies. Dubuque is located SW of Beaver Dam. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Beaver Dam in Wisconsin and Dubuque in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beaver Dam and Dubuque. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Beaver Dam to Dubuque

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 51min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 25min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Beaver Dam & Dubuque

Quick Facts

Beaver Dam
43.46°N, 88.84°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients