How far is Dubuque, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Dubuque and Des Moines is 163.36 miles (262.9 km).
Flight distance from Dubuque, IA to Des Moines, IA is 163.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Dubuque to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Dubuque, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 200.27 miles (322.3 km) by car.
Driving from Dubuque to Des Moines will take approximately 03 hours 03 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 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa. It is located in central Iowa. Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Science Center of Iowa.
| Population | 212312 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'2"N 93°36'33"W |
| Latitude | 41.6005400 |
| Longitude | -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Des Moines: East University Avenue (-93.609114,41.600425)
Estimated Travel Time Between Dubuque and Des Moines
The distance between Dubuque and Des Moines is 322 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 34 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 Des Moines. The current time is 00:51:15.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 00 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.75 liters (7.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Dubuque and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Dubuque to Des Moines is $23.21 (diesel $32.85).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $23.21 | $25.43 | $28.72 | $32.85 |
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 Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
