What is the cheapest way to get from Dubuque to O'Hare?

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to O'Hare is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dubuque to O'Hare?

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to O'Hare is to drive and fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $45 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and O'Hare?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to O'Hare. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Dubuque to O'Hare?

The distance between Dubuque and O'Hare is 223 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dubuque to O'Hare without a car?

The best way to get from Dubuque to O'Hare without a car is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Dubuque to O'Hare?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Dubuque to O'Hare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to O'Hare bus from?

Dubuque to O'Hare bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Dubuque to O'Hare bus arrive?

Dubuque to O'Hare bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to O'Hare?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to O'Hare is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Dubuque to O'Hare.

Where can I stay near O'Hare?

There are 1370+ hotels available in O'Hare.

Dubuque to O'Hare - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to O'Hare 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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
2h 47m
$45–246
Drive 164.7 mi
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1. Drive from Dubuque to O'Harecar 164.7 mi
3h 20m
$31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus Van Galder
6h 17m
$47–80
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
3h 6m
$47–256
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
3h 24m
$49–270
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MSN - ORD
5h 42m
$66–362

Dubuque to O'Hare by bus and subway

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6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.4 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and O'Hare, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Cumberland via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures, and O'Hare in around 6h 17m.

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