What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Dubuque?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Dubuque is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Dubuque?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Dubuque is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs $45 - $75.

How far is it from South Bend to Dubuque?

The distance between South Bend and Dubuque is 417 miles. The road distance is 269.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Dubuque?

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from South Bend to Dubuque, including transfers.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Dubuque?

Dubuque is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 4:35 PM in South Bend and 3:35 PM in Dubuque.

Can I drive from South Bend to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Dubuque is 270 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from South Bend to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 57+ hotels available in Dubuque.

South Bend to Dubuque - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from South Bend to Dubuque by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
4. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
10h 24m
Drive 268.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Dubuquecar 268.3 mi
5h 5m
$49–71
Train, fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
3. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Dubuquecar
6h 42m
$78–341
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
4. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
10h 53m
Bus, drive via South Bend Station
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
4. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
10h 53m
Train, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
3. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Dubuquecar
6h 51m
$83–352
Train, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
3. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Dubuquecar
7h 6m
$96–466
Train, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
3. Drive from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Dubuquecar
7h 17m
$86–366

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

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from South Bend to Dubuque.

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Distance: 414.7 mi
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from South Bend to Dubuque. However, you can take the bus to Chicago, take the bus to Iowa City, take the bus to GTC Bay 9, walk to GTC Bay 5, take the line 5 bus to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, then drive to Dubuque. Alternatively, you can drive from South Bend to Dubuque in around 5h 5m.

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