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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Gurnee is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Gurnee is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Madison, WI-Lake St., Water & Chicago - Circle K, 2107 Belvidere Rd and Sheridan Rd & Washington St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Gurnee?

The distance between Dubuque and Gurnee is 271 miles. The road distance is 157.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Gurnee without a car is to bus and train via Milwaukee which takes 8h 27m and costs $75 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Dubuque to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Gurnee bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Gurnee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dubuque to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Gurnee is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Dubuque to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 132+ hotels available in Gurnee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dubuque to Gurnee by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Bus, train via Milwaukee
best
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 Glenview Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 27m
$77–186
Drive 156.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Gurneecar 156.7 mi
3h 43m
$29–42
Bus
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 bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
8h 45m
$68–248
Bus, 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 train from Ravenswood to Waukegantrain
9h 40m
$55–117
Bus, train #2
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 Waukegantrain
10h 28m
$61–112

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dubuque to Gurnee.

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Distance: 269.5 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Madison, Madison, WI-Lake St., Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak, Water & Chicago - Circle K, Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan, 2107 Belvidere Rd, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 8h 45m.

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