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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Cincinnati is to drive and fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $100 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Dubuque and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Dubuque to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Cincinnati via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Dubuque to Cincinnati?

The distance between Dubuque and Cincinnati is 445 miles. The road distance is 465.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dubuque to Cincinnati without a car?

The best way to get from Dubuque to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $95 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Dubuque to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dubuque to Cincinnati bus from?

Dubuque to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Dubuque to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Dubuque to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 7:54 AM in Dubuque and 8:54 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Cincinnati is 466 miles. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Dubuque to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 687+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Dubuque to Cincinnati - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Dubuque to Cincinnati by car, plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, or train

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Drive to Quad City International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Covington (CVG)plane MLI - CVG
6h 6m
$105–621
Drive 463.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cincinnaticar 463.2 mi
8h 37m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from Madison to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514
13h
$97–135
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dubuque to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Covington (CVG)plane CID - CVG
6h 19m
$110–621
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Covington (CVG)plane MSN - CVG
9h 1m
$111–579
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
5. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Cincinnatibus
16h
$180–295

Dubuque to Cincinnati by bus

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Distance: 442.4 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Dubuque to Cincinnati via Madison in around 13h.

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