Dubuque to Saint Joseph: Road Trip Guide & Distance

288 miles 463.5 km · straight line
360 miles estimated 579.4 km · driving distance
7h 15min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Saint Joseph?

The distance from Dubuque to Saint Joseph is 288 miles (463.5 km) as the crow flies. Saint Joseph is located SW of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 360 miles, taking about 7h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Saint Joseph in Missouri.

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 Saint Joseph. 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 Saint Joseph

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 15min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 42min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 53min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Saint Joseph

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Saint Joseph
39.77°N, 94.85°W
America/Chicago
270m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients