Deutschland
España
France
Italia
México
Nederland
United Kingdom
Cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Dubuque
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Bus from Chicago to Dubuque: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Chicago to Dubuque. Traveling by bus from Chicago to Dubuque usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
- Distance
- 161 mi (259 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h 30m
- Cheapest price
- TRY 1,756.83
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Jefferson Lines
- Bus lines
- 1
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Download our free app!
Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
4.8 Rating
5k Reviews
4.5 Rating
4.8k Reviews
Chicago to Dubuque Bus Schedule
Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for buses from Chicago to Dubuque (Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
There are several bus options that can take you from Chicago to Dubuque:
See more detailsPrice trends for buses from Chicago to Dubuque
Average bus ticket prices from Chicago to Dubuque by travel date
Prices as travel date approaches
What bus companies travel from Chicago to Dubuque?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chicago to Dubuque. Jefferson Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 1 | 3h 30m | TRY 1,756.83 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Chicago to Dubuque from TRY 1,756.83. Typically there is one Jefferson Lines schedule per day from Chicago to Dubuque and you can expect on average to pay TRY 1,756.83 for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Dubuque. In Chicago, Jefferson Lines departs to Dubuque from Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St. In Dubuque, Jefferson Lines arrives at 950 Elm St.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Chicago to Dubuque takes 3 hours and 30 minutes.
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay TRY 1,756.83 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Dubuque.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Chicago to Dubuque
There is usually only one bus per day from Chicago to Dubuque. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 161 miles from Chicago to Dubuque. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Distance (mi)
161
Distance (km)
259
There is usually only one bus per day from Chicago to Dubuque. It leaves the station in Chicago at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest bus
12:00pm
Latest bus
12:00pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Chicago to Dubuque for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Chicago
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Chicago?
Main departure station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Most buses depart from the main station in Chicago.
All bus stations in Chicago:
- Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Where does the bus arrive in Dubuque?
Main arrival station: 950 Elm St
All buses from Chicago arrive at one main station in Dubuque.
All bus stations in Dubuque:
- 950 Elm St
Need a return trip from Dubuque to Chicago?
Search Bus TicketsPlan your next adventure
More buses from Chicago
- Chicago to Indianapolis BusTRY 2,147+
- Chicago to Minneapolis BusTRY 5,124+
- Chicago to Kansas City BusTRY 3,709+
- Chicago to Detroit BusTRY 2,098+
- Chicago to Milwaukee BusTRY 1,122+
- Chicago to Aguascalientes BusTRY 14,884+
- Chicago to Traverse City Bus
- Chicago to Seattle BusTRY 6,588+
- Chicago to Fort Wayne BusTRY 2,196+
- Chicago to Newark BusTRY 5,514+
- Chicago to Valparaiso BusTRY 732+
- Chicago to Buffalo BusTRY 3,270+
- Chicago to Ann Arbor BusTRY 1,708+
- Chicago to Lexington BusTRY 3,465+
- Chicago to Ciudad Hidalgo BusTRY 15,128+
- Chicago, IL to Springfield, IL BusTRY 1,610+
- Chicago to Celaya BusTRY 14,396+
Continue by bus from Dubuque
- Ames to Minneapolis BusTRY 2,538+
- Waterloo to Des Moines BusTRY 1,464+
- Davenport to Cedar Rapids BusTRY 5,026+
- Davenport to Iowa City BusTRY 1,122+
- Davenport to Milwaukee BusTRY 2,196+
- Iowa City to St Louis Bus
- Ames to Des Moines BusTRY 830+
- Cedar Rapids to Chicago BusTRY 3,123+
- Des Moines to Iowa City BusTRY 1,220+
- Iowa City to Chicago BusTRY 2,196+
- Cedar Rapids to Waterloo BusTRY 488+
- Iowa City to Des Moines BusTRY 830+
- Des Moines to Chicago BusTRY 3,318+
- Ottumwa to Des Moines Bus
- Grinnell to Chicago Bus
- Iowa City to Omaha BusTRY 3,562+
- Davenport to Indianapolis BusTRY 3,123+
- Davenport to Chicago BusTRY 1,610+
Check out these popular routes
- Boston to Portland BusTRY 1,464+
- New York, NY to Washington DC BusTRY 1,708+
- Boston to New York BusTRY 1,854+
- New York to Atlanta BusTRY 4,831+
- Philadelphia to New York BusTRY 1,464+
- New York to Montreal BusTRY 4,099+
- Philadelphia to Brooklyn Bus
- Seattle to Vancouver BusTRY 2,050+
- New York to Philadelphia BusTRY 1,464+
- New York to Providence BusTRY 1,562+
- Edmonton to Calgary BusTRY 1,318+
- Washington DC to New York, NY BusTRY 1,610+
- New York to Boston BusTRY 1,952+
- Calgary to Edmonton BusTRY 1,318+
- Providence to New York BusTRY 1,708+
- Brooklyn, NY to Washington DC Bus
- Toronto to Ottawa BusTRY 1,659+
- Montreal to New York BusTRY 4,343+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.