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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Waukegan is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Waukegan is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Water & Chicago - Circle K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Waukegan?

The distance between Dubuque and Waukegan is 234 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Waukegan without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $85 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Dubuque to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Waukegan bus from?

Dubuque to Waukegan bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Dubuque to Waukegan bus arrive?

Dubuque to Waukegan bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Waukegan is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Dubuque to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Dubuque to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Dubuque to Waukegan by bus, car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
6h 34m
$85–199
Drive 160.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Waukegancar 160.2 mi
3h 46m
$30–43
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 29m
$51–253
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from UW Madison Campus - N Lake St to Milwaukee Intermodalbus
3. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
7h 3m
$80–199
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 39m
$87–483

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Milwaukee and Water & Chicago - Circle K in around 6h 34m.

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