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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Elkhart is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Elkhart is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs $50 - $75.

How far is it from Dubuque to Elkhart?

The distance between Dubuque and Elkhart is 338 miles. The road distance is 284.1 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Dubuque to Elkhart, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 8:59 PM in Dubuque and 9:59 PM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Elkhart is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Dubuque to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 201+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Dubuque to Elkhart - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to Elkhart by car, plane, train, or bus

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

Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 32m
$64–286
Drive 282.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Elkhartcar 282.4 mi
5h 26m
$52–75
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Dubuque to Twixt Town Rd Transfercar
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 53m
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 41m
$68–296
Drive to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly, train
1. Drive from Dubuque to Madison-Airport-MSNcar
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MSN - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 49m
$76–370
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Dubuque to Twixt Town Rd Transfercar
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INbus
13h 34m

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

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1h 13mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dubuque to Elkhart.

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Distance: 336.4 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Elkhart. However, you can drive to Moline-Airport-MLI airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), walk to O'Hare, take the subway to LaSalle, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Elkhart Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dubuque to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Twixt Town Rd Transfer, GTC Bay 5, GTC Bay 9, Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 11h 53m.

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