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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Pontiac is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Pontiac is to drive which takes 8h 13m and costs $80 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Downtown Pontiac via Madison, WI-Lake St., Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Jefferson & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 53m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Pontiac?

The distance between Dubuque and Pontiac is 560 miles. The road distance is 460.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 29m and costs $95 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 14h 29m to get from Dubuque to Pontiac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Pontiac bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 5:26 AM in Dubuque and 6:26 AM in Pontiac.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Pontiac is 460 miles. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Dubuque to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 218+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Dubuque to Pontiac - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dubuque to Pontiac by bus, train, car, plane, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus 121
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
14h 29m
$96–258
Bus
cheapest
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 Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
15h 53m
$78–236
Bus, train via Milwaukee
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 Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
14h 45m
$103–304
Drive 457.5 mi
1. Drive from Dubuque to Pontiaccar 457.5 mi
8h 13m
$84–121
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Detroit (DTW)plane MSN - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 4m
$110–521
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell Airportbus
3. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
4. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 46m
$372–683
Bus, bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
3. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
4. Take the bus from Flint, MI to Pontiac, MI bus
10h 33m
$120–430
Bus, bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
3. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 40m
$172–462

Dubuque to Pontiac by bus and train

7Weekly Services

14h 29mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.9 mi
Duration: 14h 29m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Pontiac, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Downtown Pontiac via Madison, Madison, WI-Lake St., Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Detroit Bus Station, and Jefferson & Griswold in around 15h 53m.

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