How far is it from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

The distance between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) is 119 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

The drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

The fastest route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) covers 119 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) from Elkader, IA?

Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) lies roughly to the south-east of Elkader, IA.

Which roads does the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) follow?

The drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) mainly follows US 52, US 20.

Which towns do you pass between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

Towns on the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) include Guttenberg, Dyersville, Dubuque, East Dubuque.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

Along the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) you can fill up at Kwik Trip (24/7), Fast Stop, Phillips 66. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?

Along the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) you can stop for the night or service your van at Deer Run Resort, New Wine Park Campground.

Elkader, IA Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)

Distance: 119 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) takes about 1 h 45 min via US 52. The distance is 119 km. The straight-line distance is 77 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Elkader, IA, Osterdock, IA, Worthington, IA, Sageville, IA. Driving directions

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Driving directions30 · 119 km

1 Depart right onto Poplar Street 52 m
2 Turn right onto North 3rd Street 198 m
3 Turn left onto East Bridge Street 585 m
4 Turn left onto State Highway 13 4 km
5 Turn right onto State Highway 128 12 km
6 Turn right 9 km
7 Turn right onto Kale Avenue 4 km
8 Turn left onto Garber Road 8 km
9 At end of road, turn right onto South 5th Street 117 m
10 Continue straight onto Great River Road 20 km
11 Continue straight onto US 52 7 km
12 Continue straight onto Columbus Street 895 m
13 Continue straight onto US 52 6 km

14 Continue straight onto 11th Street Northeast 2 km
15 Continue straight onto 11th Street Southeast 145 m
16 Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southeast 2 km
17 Continue straight onto Olde Hawkeye Road 2 km
18 Turn right onto Wuchter Road 234 m
19 Turn left 29 km
20 Take exit slightly right 522 m
21 Enter roundabout slightly right onto Southwest Arterial 32 m
22 Exit rotary straight onto Southwest Arterial 8 km
23 Turn left 461 m
24 Merge slightly left 6 km
25 Turn slightly right 77 m
26 Turn right onto Aviation Drive 2 km
27 Turn right 32 m
28 Turn left 22 m
29 Turn right 92 m
30 Arrive

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The return trip from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Elkader, IA covers roughly the same distance, 119 km.

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How far is it from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: The distance between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) is 119 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: The drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: The fastest route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) covers 119 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) from Elkader, IA?: Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) lies roughly to the south-east of Elkader, IA.
Which roads does the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) follow?: The drive from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) mainly follows US 52, US 20.
Which towns do you pass between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: Towns on the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) include Guttenberg, Dyersville, Dubuque, East Dubuque.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: Along the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) you can fill up at Kwik Trip (24/7), Fast Stop, Phillips 66. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Elkader, IA and Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)?: Along the route from Elkader, IA to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) you can stop for the night or service your van at Deer Run Resort, New Wine Park Campground.

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