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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque is to drive which takes 6h 29m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Dubuque, IA via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Dubuque?

The distance between Indianapolis and Dubuque is 432 miles. The road distance is 359.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque without a car is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $65 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Dubuque bus from?

Indianapolis to Dubuque bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Dubuque bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Dubuque bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Madison station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Dubuque?

Dubuque is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 4:06 PM in Indianapolis and 3:06 PM in Dubuque.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Dubuque is 360 miles. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Indianapolis to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 54+ hotels available in Dubuque.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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 Indianapolis to Madisonbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
10h 50m
$65–177
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Indianapolis 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
13h 34m
$88–228
Drive 357.8 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Dubuquecar 357.8 mi
6h 29m
$66–95
Fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane IND - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Dubuquecar
6h 58m
$66–373
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
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
11h 58m
$80–198
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis 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
13h 18m
$81–183
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane IND - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Dubuquecar
6h 45m
$71–384

Indianapolis to Dubuque by bus

6Weekly Buses

10h 50mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Dubuque.

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Distance: 429.2 mi
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indianapolis to Dubuque, IA via Madison in around 10h 50m.

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