Bettendorf to Fond du Lac: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.9 miles 302.4 km · straight line
234.9 miles estimated 378 km · driving distance
4h 44min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Fond du Lac?

The distance from Bettendorf to Fond du Lac is 187.9 miles (302.4 km) as the crow flies. Fond du Lac is located NNE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.9 miles, taking about 4h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Fond du Lac in Wisconsin.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Bettendorf and Fond du Lac. 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 Bettendorf to Fond du Lac

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 44min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 41min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 30min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Fond du Lac

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Fond du Lac
43.77°N, 88.44°W
America/Chicago
232m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients