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

The cheapest way to get from Milwaukee to Dubuque is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milwaukee to Dubuque is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Milwaukee and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Milwaukee to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak and arriving at Dubuque, IA via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Milwaukee to Dubuque?

The distance between Milwaukee and Dubuque is 175 miles. The road distance is 170.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Milwaukee to Dubuque without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $30 - $130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Milwaukee to Dubuque bus from?

Milwaukee to Dubuque bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak station.

Where does the Milwaukee to Dubuque bus arrive?

Milwaukee to Dubuque bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Can I drive from Milwaukee to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Milwaukee to Dubuque is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Milwaukee to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 61+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Milwaukee to Dubuque - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Milwaukee to Dubuque by bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or plane

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 Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.Daily Route
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IA122
5h 5m
$30–125
Drive 169.7 mi
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Dubuque169.7 mi
2h 59m
$31–45
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)ORD - DBQ
3h 56m
$184–273

Milwaukee to Dubuque by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Milwaukee, WI, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Dubuque, IA via Madison, WI-Lake St. and Madison in around 5h 5m.

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