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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Kentucky is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Kentucky is to drive which takes 8h 21m and costs $85 - $130.

How far is it from Dubuque to Kentucky?

The distance between Dubuque and Kentucky is 624 miles. The road distance is 474.4 miles.

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

It takes approximately 17h 4m to get from Dubuque to Kentucky, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 12:34 PM in Dubuque and 1:34 PM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Kentucky is 474 miles. It takes approximately 8h 21m to drive from Dubuque to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 600+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Dubuque to Kentucky - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Kentucky by car, bus, or plane

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

Drive, bus
best
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 Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
17h 4m
Drive 471.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Louisvillecar 471.6 mi
8h 21m
$87–125
Drive, bus, fly
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. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB)plane ORD - OWB
12h 39m
Drive, bus via Indianapolis
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 Bus Station to Indianapolisbus
5. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
17h 24m

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dubuque to Kentucky.

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Distance: 620.4 mi
Duration: 17h 4m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Kentucky, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Kentucky. However, you can drive to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, take the line 5 bus to GTC Bay 5, walk to GTC Bay 9, take the bus to Court St Transportation Center, take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the bus to Louisville, KY. Alternatively, you can drive from Dubuque to Louisville in around 8h 21m.

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