Dixon, Illinois to Dubuque: Road Trip Guide & Distance

76 miles 122.3 km · straight line
95 miles estimated 152.9 km · driving distance
1h 55min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Dixon, Illinois from Dubuque?

The distance from Dixon, Illinois to Dubuque is 76 miles (122.3 km) as the crow flies. Dubuque is located NW of Dixon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 95 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Dixon, Illinois in Illinois and Dubuque in Iowa.

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 Dixon, 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 Dixon, Illinois to Dubuque

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 55min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 18min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 49min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dixon, Illinois & Dubuque

Quick Facts

Dixon, Illinois
41.84°N, 89.48°W
America/Chicago
208m 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 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 327.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients