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There are 2 intercity buses per day from Iowa City to Dubuque. Traveling by bus from Iowa City to Dubuque usually takes around 5 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Burlington Trailways bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 73 mi (118 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 50m |
| Cheapest price | RON 216.80 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Overall score for buses from Iowa City to Dubuque
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Quick and quiet. Cons: Cleanliness, a woman changed her child’s diaper on the seat across from me, without laying anything down first. Tips: Treat the bus like you would a friends car you’re borrowing. If that’s not clear enough then be a better person.
RON 265.23 is the average price of a bus ticket from Iowa City to Dubuque. Any tickets cheaper than RON 265.23 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in June. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just RON 212 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Iowa City to Dubuque in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to RON 272 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Iowa City to Dubuque. Burlington Trailways is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 2 | 5h 13m | RON 277.45 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Iowa City to Dubuque from RON 217. There are 2 Burlington Trailways schedules from Iowa City to Dubuque and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Dubuque. In Iowa City, Burlington Trailways departs to Dubuque from Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St and no other station. In Dubuque, Burlington Trailways arrives at 950 Elm St and no other station.
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Iowa City to Dubuque takes 5 hours and 13 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Dubuque in 4 hours and 50 minutes .
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 118 kilometers from Iowa City to Dubuque. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Iowa City to Dubuque, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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The old capital city of Iowa, Iowa City, is a historic area with plenty of quaint old buildings and beautiful landmarks. The most notable attraction is the Old Capitol Building in the middle of the University of Iowa's campus. The building's first floor is a museum dedicated to the state's history so that you can brush up on your Hawkeye State knowledge (we'll get you started: the Iowa state rock is the geode!). For more history and culture, hit up Plum Grove, the home of the first Governor of Iowa, and the University of Iowa Art Museum.
Thanks to its lively cultural scene, Iowa City's food scene is vibrant and diverse. One of the must-try establishments in the city is Short's Burger and Shine, which features a wide variety of burgers made from locally sourced meat. In addition, the Hamburg Inn No. 2 is an award-winning restaurant, with visitors including many past presidents.
Bus service to Iowa City arrives right downtown for easy access to Iowa City's highlights. Although there is a small municipal airport in Iowa City, most commercial flights will depart from nearby Cedar Rapids Airport or even from Des Moines, about 100 miles away.
The Burlington Trailways Station in Iowa City is part of the Court St Transportation Center near downtown. Buses usually board outside the multi-story parking garage on Court Street. The station includes a large indoor waiting area with seating, restrooms, and even a charging station for your devices. You can walk to three hotels, a sushi restaurant, a Mexican restaurant, a Starbucks, and a bar in the immediate area, so you definitely won't have to travel hungry or thirsty. Greyhound and Burlington Trailways buses depart from this station and connect Iowa City to Des Moines, Chicago, Omaha, and more cities throughout the Midwest.
Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St
All buses from Iowa City arrive at one main station in Dubuque.
950 Elm St
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