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 9m.

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 9m 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 Intermodal Transportation Center and arriving at Springfield via Muscatine, IA, Burlington and Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Dubuque to Springfield?

The distance between Dubuque and Springfield is 318 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 which takes 9h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 25m 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 Burlington Trailways, depart from Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center station.

Bus or fly from Dubuque to Springfield?

The best way to get from Dubuque to Springfield is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $600 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Dubuque to Springfield bus arrive?

Dubuque to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Muscatine station.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Springfield is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Dubuque to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 48+ hotels available in Springfield.

Dubuque to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Dubuque to Springfield by bus (Amtrak), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center to Muscatine
2. Take the bus from Muscatine, IA to Burlington, IA
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Galesburg
4. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Springfield
9h 25m
Drive 234 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Springfield234 mi
4h 9m
$43–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center to Davenport
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Naperville Amtrak
3. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Station
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfield
10h 9m
$96–485
Fly
1. Fly from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DBQ - SPI
6h 7m
$123–601
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Dubuque, IA to Madison121
2. Take the bus from 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ride to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
12h 45m
$80–178

Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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Distance: 315.9 mi
Duration: 9h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center to Springfield via Muscatine, IA, Burlington, IA, Burlington, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 9h 25m. Alternatively, Key Lime and American Airlines fly from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) twice daily.

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