Dubuque to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.3 miles 457.6 km · straight line
323.5 miles actual route 520.6 km · driving distance
6h 12min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Omaha?

The distance from Dubuque to Omaha is 284.3 miles (457.6 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located WSW of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.5 miles, taking about 6h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Omaha in Nebraska.

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 Omaha. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Omaha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 12min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 26min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~5h 53min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Omaha

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM