Dubuque to Hastings, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

189.7 miles 305.3 km · straight line
237.1 miles estimated 381.6 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Hastings, Minnesota?

The distance from Dubuque to Hastings, Minnesota is 189.7 miles (305.3 km) as the crow flies. Hastings, Minnesota is located NW of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 237.1 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Hastings, Minnesota in Minnesota.

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 Dubuque and Hastings, Minnesota. 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 Dubuque to Hastings, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Hastings, Minnesota

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Hastings, Minnesota
44.74°N, 92.85°W
America/Chicago
221m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 131.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients