Dubuque to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Dubuque from Rock Island?
The distance from Dubuque to Rock Island is 68.6 miles (110.4 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located S of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.7 miles, taking about 1h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Rock Island in Illinois.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Rock Island. 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 Rock Island
Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Rock Island
- 152 mi
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
- You could travel this distance about 363 times to circle the Earth's equator