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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Dubuque is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Dubuque via Uptown Station, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 31m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Dubuque?

The distance between Ottumwa and Dubuque is 534 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Dubuque without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 39m and costs $120 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 13h 39m to get from Ottumwa to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Dubuque bus from?

Ottumwa to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ottumwa Bus Stop station.

Where does the Ottumwa to Dubuque bus arrive?

Ottumwa to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Dubuque is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Ottumwa to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 65+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Ottumwa to Dubuque - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
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
13h 39m
$122–245
Drive 167.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Dubuquecar 167.9 mi
3h 30m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Bloomington-Normalbus
2. Take the bus from Uptown Station to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
16h 31m
$126–205

Ottumwa to Dubuque by train and bus

7Weekly Services

13h 39mAverage Duration

$122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 530.6 mi
Duration: 13h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Dubuque via Bloomington-Normal, Uptown Station, O'Hare International Terminal 2, O'Hare, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, and Madison in around 16h 31m.

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