Bettendorf to Onalaska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

167.1 miles 268.9 km · straight line
208.8 miles estimated 336.1 km · driving distance
4h 12min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Onalaska?

The distance from Bettendorf to Onalaska is 167.1 miles (268.9 km) as the crow flies. Onalaska is located NNW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 208.8 miles, taking about 4h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Onalaska 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. 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 Bettendorf and Onalaska. 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 Onalaska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 12min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 2min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 59min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Onalaska

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Onalaska
43.88°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients