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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Rochester is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Rochester is to drive and fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h.

How far is it from Dubuque to Rochester?

The distance between Dubuque and Rochester is 753 miles. The road distance is 782.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Rochester without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 48m and costs $110 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Dubuque to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Rochester bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Rochester bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 3:35 AM in Dubuque and 4:35 AM in Rochester.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Rochester is 782 miles. It takes approximately 13h 30m to drive from Dubuque to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 139+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to Rochester by car, plane, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Rochester (ROC)plane MLI - ROC
5h 41m
$129–640
Bus
cheapest
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 bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NYbus
5. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
22h
$110–276
Bus, train
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 Rochestertrain
19h 48m
$111–308
Drive 777.9 mi
1. Drive from Dubuque to Rochestercar 777.9 mi
13h 30m
$142–206
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Rochester (ROC)plane CID - ROC
5h 50m
$130–640
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madisonbus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Rochester (ROC)plane MSN - ROC
8h 15m
$172–881

Dubuque to Rochester by bus and train

7Weekly Services

19h 48mAverage Duration

$111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 748.3 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Rochester Bus Stop via Madison, 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland Bus Station, Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, and Buffalo in around 22h.

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