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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | Dubuque | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:01 PM CDT.
Get from Chicago to Dubuque
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 1,262, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Dubuque by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Dubuque?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Dubuque start from TRY 1,262. The average price for this route is around TRY 1,262. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Dubuque?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Dubuque is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Dubuque route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Dubuque?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Dubuque at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Dubuque?
A bus trip from Chicago to Dubuque generates an estimated 6.4567250000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Dubuque?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Dubuque?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Dubuque?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Dubuque?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Dubuque was searched and found on Jul 23, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,747To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Dubuque, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 1,747 to TRY 1,747 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Dubuque based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,747 which is on 2026-07-26.
