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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Dubuque is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Dubuque is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Springfield to Dubuque?

The distance between Springfield and Dubuque is 513 miles. The road distance is 237.8 miles.

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

It takes approximately 11h 55m to get from Springfield to Dubuque, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Dubuque is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Springfield to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 205+ hotels available in Dubuque.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Dubuque by train, bus, car, 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.

Train, bus, drive
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
4. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
11h 55m
Drive 236.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Dubuquecar 236.5 mi
4h 3m
$44–63
Fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane SPI - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Dubuquecar
8h 11m
$73–348
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
4. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Dubuquecar
12h 42m
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane SPI - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Dubuquecar
5h 18m
$73–359

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

21Weekly Planes

9h 21mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Dubuque.

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Distance: 509.5 mi
Duration: 11h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Dubuque. However, you can take the train to Chicago Union Station, walk to Chicago Bus Station, take the bus to Iowa City, take the bus to GTC Bay 9, walk to GTC Bay 5, take the line 5 bus to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, then drive to Dubuque. Alternatively, you can drive from Springfield to Dubuque in around 4h 3m.

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