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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to DeKalb is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to DeKalb is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Dekalb via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Dubuque to DeKalb?

The distance between Dubuque and DeKalb is 323 miles. The road distance is 133.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 10h to get from Dubuque to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to DeKalb bus from?

Dubuque to DeKalb bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque, IA station.

Where does the Dubuque to DeKalb bus arrive?

Dubuque to DeKalb bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to DeKalb is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Dubuque to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus
10h
$61–126
Drive 132.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to DeKalbcar 132.4 mi
2h 37m
$25–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
11h 22m
$61–118
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
3. Take the subway from O'Hare to Forest Parksubway
4. Take the train from Oak Park to Elburntrain
11h 29m
$53–122
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
11h 29m
$63–173

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dubuque to DeKalb.

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Distance: 321.4 mi
Duration: 10h

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Dekalb via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Bus Station in around 10h.

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