Dubuque to Galesburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dubuque from Galesburg?

The distance from Dubuque to Galesburg is 108.4 miles (174.4 km) as the crow flies. Galesburg is located S of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135.5 miles, taking about 2h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Galesburg in Illinois.

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. 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 Dubuque and Galesburg. 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.