What is the cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque?

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque?

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque is to drive which takes 5h 31m and costs $55 - $85.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Dubuque?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Dubuque is 359 miles. The road distance is 315.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque, including transfers.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Dubuque is 315 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Council Bluffs to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 60+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Council Bluffs to Dubuque - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Council Bluffs to Dubuque by bus, car, or plane

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Iowa Citybus
2. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
3. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
8h 37m
Drive 313.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Dubuquecar 313.4 mi
5h 31m
$58–83
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane OMA - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Dubuquecar
8h 14m
$92–445

Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 357 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Council Bluffs, IA, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Council Bluffs to Dubuque. However, you can take the line 43 bus to Farnam St & 18th NE, walk to Omaha, take the bus to Iowa City, take the bus to GTC Bay 9, walk to GTC Bay 5, take the line 5 bus to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, then drive to Dubuque. Alternatively, you can drive from Council Bluffs to Dubuque in around 5h 31m.

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