What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Dubuque?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Dubuque is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Dubuque?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Dubuque is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Dubuque via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Dubuque?

The distance between Iowa City and Dubuque is 475 miles. The road distance is 84.6 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Dubuque without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Dubuque without a car is to bus which takes 12h 45m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Dubuque?

It takes approximately 12h 45m to get from Iowa City to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Dubuque bus from?

Iowa City to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Dubuque bus arrive?

Iowa City to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Dubuque is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Iowa City to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 64+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Iowa City to Dubuque - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Iowa City to Dubuque by bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
12h 45m
$82–135
Drive 84.1 mi
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1. Drive from Iowa City to Dubuquecar 84.1 mi
1h 38m
$16–23
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus 380 Express
2. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
2h 31m

Iowa City to Dubuque by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 45mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 472.2 mi
Duration: 12h 45m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Dubuque via Chicago Bus Station, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, and Madison in around 12h 45m.

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