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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Elgin is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Elgin?

The distance between Dubuque and Elgin is 247 miles. The road distance is 142.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dubuque to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Dubuque to Elgin without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs $45 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Dubuque to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Elgin bus from?

Dubuque to Elgin bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Dubuque to Elgin bus arrive?

Dubuque to Elgin bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Elgin is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Dubuque to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 136+ hotels available in Elgin.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dubuque to Elgin by car, plane, bus, or train

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Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus
4h 5m
$47–250
Drive 141.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Elgincar 141.3 mi
2h 58m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus 603
7h 35m
$49–84
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus
4h 24m
$49–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
9h 26m
$67–127

Dubuque to Elgin by bus and subway

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7h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D in around 7h 35m.

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