Dubuque to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.8 miles 345.7 km · straight line
268.5 miles estimated 432.1 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Minneapolis?

The distance from Dubuque to Minneapolis is 214.8 miles (345.7 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.5 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Minneapolis 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dubuque and Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients