Clinton, Iowa to Dubuque: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.4 miles 82.8 km · straight line
66.9 miles estimated 107.6 km · driving distance
1h 21min estimated drive time
$6 - $8 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
332° NNW bearing direction

How far is Clinton, Iowa from Dubuque?

The distance from Clinton, Iowa to Dubuque is 51.4 miles (82.8 km) as the crow flies. Dubuque is located NNW of Clinton, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 66.9 miles, taking about 1h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Clinton, Iowa 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 Clinton, Iowa to Dubuque

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 21min $6 - $8 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 37min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Clinton, Iowa & Dubuque

Quick Facts

Clinton, Iowa
41.84°N, 90.19°W
America/Chicago
179m 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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 484 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients