Dubuque to West Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.8 miles 226.6 km · straight line
176 miles estimated 283.3 km · driving distance
3h 32min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
62° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dubuque from West Bend?

The distance from Dubuque to West Bend is 140.8 miles (226.6 km) as the crow flies. West Bend is located ENE of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 176 miles, taking about 3h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque in Iowa and West Bend 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 West Bend. 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 West Bend

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 32min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 14min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 21min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dubuque & West Bend

Quick Facts

Dubuque
42.50°N, 90.66°W
America/Chicago
189m elevation
West Bend
43.43°N, 88.18°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 176.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients