Travel & Transportation

We’re so excited to welcome you to Dubuque for our big day! Whether you’re flying or driving in, here’s everything you need to know to get here smoothly.

Nearby Airports
• Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ): ~9 miles / 15 minutes to Hotel Julien. A great local option with limited flights (mostly through Chicago). Hotel Julien offers complimentary airport shuttle service—just call ahead to arrange!
• Eastern Iowa Airport (CID – Cedar Rapids, IA): ~90 miles / ~1.5 hours away. A convenient choice with more airline options.
• Quad Cities International (MLI – Moline, IL): ~80 miles / ~1.5 hours by car.
• Chicago O’Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW): ~200 miles / ~3 hours for those flying in and renting a car.

Getting Around
• Rental cars are recommended for the most flexibility.
• Uber and Lyft operate in Dubuque but may have limited availability at certain times, especially late at night or in more rural areas.
• Hotel shuttles & taxis are available—check with your hotel directly to see what’s offered.

If you have any questions while planning your trip, feel free to reach out. We can’t wait to see you there!