Dubuque to Howard: Road Trip Guide & Distance

191.3 miles 307.8 km · straight line
239.1 miles estimated 384.8 km · driving distance
4h 49min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Howard?

The distance from Dubuque to Howard is 191.3 miles (307.8 km) as the crow flies. Howard is located NE of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.1 miles, taking about 4h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Howard in Wisconsin.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Howard. 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 Howard

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 49min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 47min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 35min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Howard

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Howard
44.54°N, 88.09°W
America/Chicago
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients