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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Minneapolis is to drive and fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $80 - $490.

How far is it from Dubuque to Minneapolis?

The distance between Dubuque and Minneapolis is 310 miles. The road distance is 249.7 miles.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Dubuque to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Minneapolis is 250 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Dubuque to Minneapolis.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 601+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dubuque to Minneapolis by car, plane, 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 The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
3h 21m
$83–485
Drive 248.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Minneapoliscar 248.2 mi
5h 6m
$46–66
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 Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
12h 35m
Drive to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Madison-Airport-MSNcar
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
3h 35m
$115–729

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dubuque to Minneapolis.

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Distance: 308 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Minneapolis. However, you can drive to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID airport, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), walk to Terminal 1 Station, then take the vehicle to U.S. Bank Stadium Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dubuque to Minneapolis via Twixt Town Rd Transfer, GTC Bay 5, GTC Bay 9, Iowa City, and Des Moines in around 12h 35m.

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