Dubuque to Oconomowoc: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.6 miles 189.3 km · straight line
147 miles estimated 236.6 km · driving distance
2h 57min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
68° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Oconomowoc?

The distance from Dubuque to Oconomowoc is 117.6 miles (189.3 km) as the crow flies. Oconomowoc is located ENE of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147 miles, taking about 2h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Oconomowoc 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 Oconomowoc. 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 Oconomowoc

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 57min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 32min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 48min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Oconomowoc

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Oconomowoc
43.11°N, 88.50°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 211.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients