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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Lisle is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Lisle is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Lisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Lisle. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Lisle?

The distance between Dubuque and Lisle is 262 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Lisle without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 12m and costs $55 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Dubuque to Lisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Lisle bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Lisle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dubuque to Lisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Lisle is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Dubuque to Lisle.

Where can I stay near Lisle?

There are 284+ hotels available in Lisle.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Dubuque to Lisle by car, plane, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
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 train from Chicago Union Station to Lisletrain
4h 53m
$49–252
Drive 166.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Lislecar 166.1 mi
3h 37m
$31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus Lab 121
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
8h 12m
$59–94
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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
5h 12m
$51–262
Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly
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
5h 30m
$53–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
8h 44m
$53–91
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
8h 52m
$65–121
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
9h 28m
$52–76

Dubuque to Lisle by bus and train

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8h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.3 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Lisle via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Union Station in around 8h 44m.

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