What is the cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Champaign?

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Champaign is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dubuque to Champaign?

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Champaign is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Dubuque to Champaign?

The distance between Dubuque and Champaign is 239 miles. The road distance is 254 miles.

How long does it take to get from Dubuque to Champaign?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Dubuque to Champaign, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Champaign is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Dubuque to Champaign.

Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 51+ hotels available in Champaign.

Dubuque to Champaign - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Champaign by car, plane, or bus

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Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane MLI - CMI
4h 47m
$77–334
Drive 252.5 mi
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1. Drive from Dubuque to Champaigncar 252.5 mi
4h 25m
$47–67
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Dubuque to Twixt Town Rd Transfercar
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Downtown Chicago to Illinois Terminalbus
12h 58m
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane CID - CMI
6h 24m
$128–644

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) flights

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Champaign. However, you can drive to Moline-Airport-MLI airport, fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI), then take the taxi to Champaign. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dubuque to Illinois Terminal via Twixt Town Rd Transfer, GTC Bay 5, GTC Bay 9, Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, and Downtown Chicago in around 12h 58m.

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How to get fromDubuque to Champaignby car, plane, or bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Champaign by car, plane, or bus

Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly

Drive 252.5 mi

Drive, bus

Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly