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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Topeka is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Topeka is to drive which takes 7h 33m and costs $80 - $120.

How far is it from Dubuque to Topeka?

The distance between Dubuque and Topeka is 475 miles. The road distance is 442.1 miles.

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

It takes approximately 13h 3m to get from Dubuque to Topeka, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Topeka is 442 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Dubuque to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 35+ hotels available in Topeka.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to Topeka by car, bus, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, bus
best
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 Kansas Citybus
5. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
13h 3m
Drive 439.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Topekacar 439.5 mi
7h 33m
$81–116
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CID - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 51m
$265–1,276
Drive, bus via Kansas City
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 Kansas Citybus
5. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
13h 33m
Drive, bus, train
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 Kansas Citybus
5. Take the train from Kansas City to Topeka Stationtrain
14h 23m
Drive to General Mitchell International Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Dubuque to Milwaukee-Airport-MKEcar
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MKE - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
8h 58m
$210–898

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

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5h 29mAverage Duration

$217Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dubuque to Topeka.

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Distance: 472.3 mi
Duration: 13h 3m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Topeka. However, you can drive to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, take the line 5 bus to GTC Bay 5, walk to GTC Bay 9, take the bus to Court St Transportation Center, take the bus to Des Moines, take the bus to Kansas City, then take the bus to Topeka. Alternatively, you can drive from Dubuque to Topeka in around 7h 33m.

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