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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Decatur is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Decatur is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Decatur?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Decatur. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Decatur Downtown Transportation Center via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Decatur?

The distance between Dubuque and Decatur is 225 miles. The road distance is 243.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Decatur without a car is to bus which takes 11h 53m and costs $75 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Dubuque to Decatur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Decatur bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Decatur bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dubuque to Decatur?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Decatur is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Dubuque to Decatur.

Where can I stay near Decatur?

There are 24+ hotels available in Decatur.

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There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Decatur by car, plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, or train

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane MLI - DEC
5h
$73–358
Drive 242.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Decaturcar 242.1 mi
4h 32m
$45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
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 Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
11h 53m
$75–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
4. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
12h 20m
$93–174

Dubuque to Decatur by bus and foot

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11h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.9 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Decatur Downtown Transportation Center via Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 53m.

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