How far is Dubuque, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Dubuque and Council Bluffs is 280.62 miles (451.61 km).
Flight distance from Dubuque, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 280.62 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 39 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 35 minutes to travel from Dubuque to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Dubuque, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 327.78 miles (527.52 km) by car.
Driving from Dubuque to Council Bluffs will take approximately 04 hours 59 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.
| Population | 62216 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2619400 |
| Longitude | -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Dubuque and Council Bluffs
The distance between Dubuque and Council Bluffs is 528 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 51 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 Dubuque and Council Bluffs. The current time is 01:29:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 33 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 43.78 liters (11.57 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Dubuque and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Dubuque to Council Bluffs is $38 (diesel $53.76).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $38 | $41.62 | $47.01 | $53.76 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Dubuque and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
