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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Dubuque is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Dubuque is to drive which takes 6h 40m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Dubuque, IA via Kansas City, Des Moines, Saint Paul Union Depot and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 5m.

How far is it from Independence to Dubuque?

The distance between Independence and Dubuque is 356 miles. The road distance is 376.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Dubuque without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 19m and costs $110 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Independence to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Dubuque bus from?

Independence to Dubuque bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Where does the Independence to Dubuque bus arrive?

Independence to Dubuque bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Independence to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Dubuque is 377 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Independence to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 54+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Independence to Dubuque - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Independence to Dubuque by plane, car, train, bus, 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.

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MCI - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Dubuquecar
8h 42m
$99–512
Drive 374.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Dubuquecar 374.4 mi
6h 40m
$69–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Independence Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
19h 19m
$110–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
3. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Madisonbus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
20h 5m
$88–370
Fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane MCI - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Dubuquecar
8h 56m
$94–501
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane MCI - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus
11h 16m
$323–715
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Independence Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
4. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
19h 35m
$117–332

Independence to Dubuque by train and bus

7Weekly Services

19h 19mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Independence to Dubuque.

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Distance: 354.4 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Dubuque, IA via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City, Des Moines, St. Paul, Saint Paul Union Depot, and Madison in around 20h 5m.

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