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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Dubuque is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Dubuque is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at Dubuque via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Illinois to Dubuque?

The distance between Illinois and Dubuque is 266 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Dubuque without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 54m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Illinois to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Dubuque bus from?

Illinois to Dubuque bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Where does the Illinois to Dubuque bus arrive?

Illinois to Dubuque bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Dubuque is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Illinois to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 64+ hotels available in Dubuque.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus Lab 122
6h 54m
$55–88
Drive 178.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Dubuquecar 178.4 mi
3h 36m
$33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
7h 15m
$48–79
Bus via Chicago Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus Lab 122
7h 35m
$48–68
Train, bus via Madison
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
7h 39m
$62–114

Illinois to Dubuque by train and bus

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.6 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to Dubuque via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Madison in around 7h 15m.

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