What is the cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul?

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul?

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul is to drive and fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $110 - $750.

How far is it from Dubuque to Saint Paul?

The distance between Dubuque and Saint Paul is 311 miles. The road distance is 242.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Dubuque to Saint Paul, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Saint Paul is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Dubuque to Saint Paul.

Where can I stay near Saint Paul?

There are 502+ hotels available in Saint Paul.

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

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

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Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
3h 28m
$117–724
Drive 241.3 mi
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1. Drive from Dubuque to Saint Paulcar 241.3 mi
4h 57m
$44–64
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 Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
12h 18m
Drive to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Madison-Airport-MSNcar
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
3h 42m
$89–498

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 308.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Saint Paul, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Saint Paul. However, you can drive to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID airport, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), walk to MSP Terminal 1 Transit Station, then take the line 54 bus to Union Depot & Wacouta Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dubuque to St. Paul via Twixt Town Rd Transfer, GTC Bay 5, GTC Bay 9, Iowa City, and Des Moines in around 12h 18m.

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