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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Springfield is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Springfield is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Dubuque, IA and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Springfield?

The distance between Dubuque and Springfield is 263 miles. The road distance is 235.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dubuque to Springfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 13m and costs $70 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Dubuque to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Springfield bus from?

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

Where does the Dubuque to Springfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dubuque to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Springfield is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Dubuque to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 45+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to Springfield by car, plane, bus, train, 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.

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 Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane CID - SPI
5h 14m
$79–358
Drive 234 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Springfieldcar 234 mi
4h 11m
$43–62
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 Springfieldtrain
11h 13m
$72–188
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 Springfieldtrain
11h 29m
$79–234
Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane MLI - SPI
5h 9m
$73–348
Bus
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 Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
12h 45m
$81–168

Dubuque to Springfield by bus and train

7Weekly Services

11h 13mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dubuque to Springfield.

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Distance: 261.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque, IA to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Madison, 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, and Chicago Bus Station in around 12h 45m.

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