Dubuque to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.2 miles 175.7 km · straight line
136.5 miles estimated 219.6 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Dubuque to Watertown, Wisconsin is 109.2 miles (175.7 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ENE of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.5 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and Watertown, Wisconsin 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 Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients