Danville, Illinois to Dubuque: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.5 miles 366.1 km · straight line
284.3 miles estimated 457.6 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Danville, Illinois from Dubuque?

The distance from Danville, Illinois to Dubuque is 227.5 miles (366.1 km) as the crow flies. Dubuque is located NW of Danville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284.3 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Illinois in Illinois 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Danville, Illinois 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 Danville, Illinois to Dubuque

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Illinois & Dubuque

Quick Facts

Danville, Illinois
40.12°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
183m 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 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients