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Pros: Music, safety and driver attention. Cons: Clean.
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There is one daily bus from Dubuque to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Dubuque to Chicago usually takes around 4 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 161 mi (259 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 50m |
| Cheapest price | RON 303.52 |
| Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Dubuque to Chicago
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5.0
June 22, 2023- Vacation
Pros: Music, safety and driver attention. Cons: Clean.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dubuque to Chicago. Burlington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 4h 50m | RON 303.52 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Dubuque to Chicago from RON 304. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Dubuque to Chicago and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Chicago. In Dubuque, Burlington Trailways departs to Chicago from 950 Elm St . In Chicago, Burlington Trailways arrives at Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Dubuque to Chicago takes 4 hours and 50 minutes .
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 161 miles from Dubuque to Chicago. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Dubuque to Chicago. It leaves the station in Dubuque at 3:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.



Known for its innovative architecture, cultural contributions to jazz and house music, and of course that irresistible deep-dish pizza, the many sights and experiences in Chicago make it one of the best urban vacation destinations for millennials and a top destination in Illinois.
You can't beat the views of the city and Lake Michigan from the SkyDeck in the Willis Tower; at over 1,300 feet, this is the highest observation deck in the U.S. Snap that classic selfie with the Bean in Millennium Park, then wander the many museums in nearby Grant Park. Navy Pier is a popular tourist hotspot for its parks, restaurants, and attractions right on Lake Michigan, and baseball fans will find paradise in Wrigleyville, home to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field and sports bars galore.
Chicago's enormous parks offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor activities in gorgeous urban settings. Many companies offer kayak rentals or boat tours on the Chicago River, with special tours running on Saint Patrick's Day, when the entire river is dyed green. When you’re ready to buy some souvenirs from your epic trip, hit the big brand stores on the Magnificent Mile, or shop local in neighborhoods like Andersonville and Wicker Park. And don't miss the chance to laugh until you cry at The Second City comedy theater, famous for launching the careers of comedians like Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.
Chicago is one of the biggest transportation hubs in the Midwest, and provides easy access to nearby destinations ideal for day trips, as well as international travel from two airports. Thanks to plenty of bus and train stations throughout the city, getting to the Windy City is a breeze.
Most buses depart from the main station in Dubuque.
950 Elm St

Image credit: Jeramey Jannene
Link to image attributionAll buses from Dubuque arrive at one main station in Chicago.
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
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