How far is Atlantic, IA from Dubuque, IA?

Fastest route

The distance from Atlantic, Iowa 50022, to Dubuque, Iowa, is approximately 275 miles (442 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 10 minutes. The suggested route is via I-80 E and US-30 E.

Directions

  1. Head west toward Poplar St.
  2. Turn right onto Poplar St.
  3. Take I-80 E to IA-330 N in Jasper County.
  4. Turn right onto W 7th St/White Pole Rd.
  5. Turn right to merge onto I-80 E toward Des Moines.
  6. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-80 E, following signs for I-35 N/Chicago/Minneapolis.
  7. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 142 for US-6 W toward US-65 N/IA-330 N/Marshalltown/Bondurant.
  8. Turn left onto US-6 E/NE Hubbell Ave, continue to follow NE Hubbell Ave.
  9. Get on US-30 E in Marshall County from IA-330 N.
  10. Turn right to merge onto US-30 E.
  11. Follow US-30 E and US-151 N to White St in Dubuque.
  12. Take the White St exit from US-151 N/US-61 N.
  13. Keep left to continue on US-218 S/US-30 E, following signs for US-151 N/IA-13 N/Marion.
  14. Continue onto IA-13 N/US-151 N.
  15. Turn right onto US-151 N/Marion Airport Rd/Old Dubuque Rd, continue to follow US-151 N.
  16. Keep left at the fork, following signs for US-61 N/US-151 N/Dubuque, and merge onto US-151 N/US-61 N.
  17. Take the White St exit toward Port of Dubuque.
  18. Follow White St to E 14th St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan for around 4 hours and 10 minutes of driving time, considering traffic and rest breaks.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, as some stretches might have limited gas stations.
  • 📱 Keep a GPS or map app handy to stay on track and find alternative routes if needed.
  • 🍔 Pack some snacks and water for the road to avoid unnecessary stops and stay refreshed.
  • 🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates along the route to avoid delays.
  • 🛣️ Enjoy the scenic drive through different counties of Iowa.
  • 🏨 If you plan to stay in Dubuque, book accommodations in advance to ensure availability.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Atlantic and Dubuque is 235.96 miles (379.74 km).

Flight distance from Atlantic, IA to Dubuque, IA is 235.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Atlantic to Dubuque with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Atlantic, Iowa to Dubuque, Iowa is: 274.97 miles (442.52 km) by car.

Driving from Atlantic to Dubuque will take approximately 04 hours 26 minutes.

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#1 Atlantic

City in Iowa

Population 6513
GPS Coordinates 41°24'13"N 95°0'50"W
Latitude 41.4036000
Longitude -95.0138800
Altitude 369
Country United States
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#2 Dubuque

The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa. It is located on the Mississippi River in northeastern Iowa. Dubuque is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Dubuque Museum of Art and the Dubuque Historical Society.

Population 57781
GPS Coordinates 42°30'2"N 90°39'52"W
Latitude 42.5005600
Longitude -90.6645700
Altitude 189
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Atlantic and Dubuque

The distance between Atlantic and Dubuque is 443 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 55 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Atlantic and Dubuque. The current time is 03:50:06.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 09 hours 09 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 52 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 29 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 34 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 55 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 25 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 36.73 liters (9.7 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Atlantic and Dubuque.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Atlantic to Dubuque is $31.87 (diesel $45.1).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $31.87 $34.91 $39.43 $45.1

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Atlantic and Dubuque (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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