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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Joliet is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Joliet is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Pace Transit Center via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Joliet?

The distance between Dubuque and Joliet is 308 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Joliet without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 51m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Dubuque to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Joliet bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Joliet bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dubuque to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Joliet is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Dubuque to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 73+ hotels available in Joliet.

Dubuque to Joliet - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dubuque to Joliet by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
8h 51m
$85–120
Drive 184 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Jolietcar 184 mi
3h 55m
$34–49
Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
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 train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 22m
$51–263
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
9h 25m
$51–91
Bus, train via Madison
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 LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
9h 31m
$91–147
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
10h 1m
$55–82
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, train
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 train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 34m
$52–273
Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Dubuque to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)car
2. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
6h 1m
$54–277

Dubuque to Joliet by bus, train, and foot

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8h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Dubuque to Joliet.

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Distance: 306.2 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Pace Transit Center via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Union Station in around 9h 25m.

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